Overview
In the midst of unprecedented national prosperity in the 1960s, poverty was "rediscovered" by American policy makers, media and the public. This series examines how the poor fared during these years and the resultant evolution of foundation and public sector programs addressing the challenges of poverty.
Seasons & Episodes
Miniseries
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Lynne Thigpen
Self - Narrator (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
In the midst of unprecedented national prosperity in the 1960s, poverty was "rediscovered" by American policy makers, media and the public. This series examines how the poor fared during these...
America's War on Poverty has 1 season with 5 episodes.
America's War on Poverty premiered on January 16, 1995.
No, America's War on Poverty has ended. The final episode aired on January 18, 1995.
America's War on Poverty originally aired on PBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.
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America's War on Poverty is classified as Documentary.