A group of women — mostly low-income people of color — are preparing to put pressure on state politicians.

A first-of-its-kind analysis by ProPublica shows that the suits are far more common in black communities than white ones.

Last week's papal visit was a big success, but some of those in attendance were the antithesis of his teachings.

A new book out this week traces a disturbing trend in extreme poverty to the 1996 law, which has gradually but inexorably gutted the cash assistance safety net for families with children.

Unfettered capitalism is designed to callously extract money from the most vulnerable and funnel it upward, writes Truthdig columnist Chris Hedges.

We need a strong anti-poverty movement, led by the people who understand what poverty really is, why it happens, and how we could create workable solutions.

Biodiverse, ecological agriculture in the hands of women is a solution not just to the malnutrition crisis, but also the climate crisis.

It takes a special desperation to risk drowning – or any other kind of death – for a better life. In 2014, more than 3,000 migrants died. In 2015, that number is expected to exceed 30,000.

It's possible to break down poverty's imprisoning walls, but it takes outside influences, support networks, awareness of other opportunities and access to resources.

Sister Simone Campbell and an interfaith coalition are working toward a federal budget that will better reflect shared values of fairness and compassion.