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Why It's More Expensive To Be Poor

Why It's More Expensive To Be Poor

5/29/2019

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Two Cents

Why It's More Expensive To Be Poor

5/29/2019 | 6m 42s

Why It's More Expensive To Be Poor

It’s not just a matter of having less money. For many people below the poverty line, some goods and services can actually be MORE expensive. How can that be?

5/29/2019

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Two Cents

Why It's More Expensive To Be Poor

5/29/2019 | 6m 42s

It’s not just a matter of having less money. For many people below the poverty line, some goods and services can actually be MORE expensive. How can that be?

5/29/2019

FromDigital Studios

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