America's War on Poverty
Season 11995
In the midst of unprecedented national prosperity in the 1960s, poverty was "rediscovered" by American policy makers, media and the public. This series examines how the poor fared during these years and the resultant evolution of foundation and public sector programs addressing the challenges of poverty.
Storyline
In the midst of unprecedented national prosperity in the 1960s, poverty was "rediscovered" by American policy makers, media and the public. This series examines how the poor fared during these years and the resultant evolution of foundation and public sector programs addressing the challenges of poverty.
First Aired
January 16, 1995
Last Aired
January 18, 1995
Seasons
1
Episodes
5
Genre
Status
Ended
Language
English
Network
PBS
Production
Blackside
