Poverty and Inequality - 2
•34.4% Hispanic children
live in poverty
•In 1997 the wealthiest 20%
of population accounted for 47.2% of nation’s
income,
•poorest
20% accounted for 4.2%
•The poorest 40% accounted
for 14% of nation’s income
•Increased global competition
making more workers vulnerable
•tax system now less favourable
for the poorest