A viral post claims $140,000 is the new poverty line. Here's the math

A popular blogger says the real poverty line for a family of four is around $140,000. There has been pushback.
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Is $140,000 the real poverty line? A viral essay sparks debate

A viral claim that $140K is the “real poverty line” has sparked debate over what it takes to be middle class in 2025.

The Poverty Line Isn't a Vibe

Michael Green’s call to expand the poverty line to $140K reignites a debate over what economic strain really means today.
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The "Poverty Premium": 12 Services That Cost the Poor More (and How the Wealthy Avoid Them)

In an ironic twist of economic injustice, being poor often costs more. This isn't just about income disparity; it's about a systemic "poverty premium" where individuals with limited financial ...
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Column: Americans don't understand poverty. We need to teach it in schools.

Just as our ignorance of science puts us at risk from disease or environmental disaster, our ignorance of poverty creates real dangers. Which is why, just as children take classes on health or climate ...