Tavis Smiley: Poverty is the new slavery

Tavis Smiley: Poverty is the new slavery

July 29, 2012 7:48 AM

According to a new report, poverty in America has reached its highest level since 1965 - a source of concern for "Sunday Morning" contributor Tavis Smiley, who says poverty "threatens our democracy."

July 29, 2012 10:26 AM Print Text Tavis Smiley: Poverty is the new slavery
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