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David Brady on the Politics of Poverty

Episode #60: David Brady on the Politics of Poverty

July 27, 2026
GuestsDavid Brady

Americans often see poverty as the result of individual choices rather than structural forces. David Brady joins Geoff Wodtke to discuss myths shaping poverty policy, what it would take for government to make progress, and whether institutions or protest drive change.

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