Illinois legislators from both sides are laying out their plans to fight poverty across the state.
Numbers from World Population Review show that Illinois is in the top ten in terms of residents currently living under the poverty line.
Illinois is one of three midwestern states in the top ten.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford explained some reasons for the increased poverty, which he said included a lack of support.
State Rep. Martin McLaughlin said that – quote – “poor policies are creating opportunity deserts in Illinois, especially for those in poverty” and said that the Illinois government is “incentivizing younger workers not to enter the workforce,” which hinders their ability to move up the economic ladder.
Story from Illinois Radio Network
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