The experience of childhood poverty against the backdrop of the pandemic.

Growing Up Poor in America FRONTLINE

Premiered September 08, 2020
Growing Up Poor in America

The experience of childhood poverty against the backdrop of a pandemic and a national reckoning with racism. Set in Ohio, the film follows children and their families navigating issues of poverty, homelessness, race and new challenges due to COVID-19.

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