Tribes joining national anti-poverty agenda

Native Americans from across Arizona gathered for a town hall-style meeting Saturday as part of a national campaign to bring issues on the reservation and poor communities into a broader spotlight.

Alcohol, poverty, job growth and tradition were a few of the issues discussed at Flagstaff High School as part of the Equal Voice for America's Families campaign. More than 40 town halls were held across the country, sponsored by 225 nonprofit organizations working with families in the poorest communities in the country.. Read more...

Rally, talks on poverty set today

Families from across the city are expected to gather on Tucson's South Side today for a rally and discussion on poverty.

Those participating hope to figure out how to alleviate some of the crushing problems facing low- income Americans.

The event, set for 9 a.m. to noon at El Pueblo Neighborhood Center, 101 W. Irvington Road, is part of a national campaign titled "Equal Voices for America's Families."

Similar events will occur in 40 cities and towns across the country, culminating Sept. 6 in regional town halls. .... Read more...

Town Hall Gives Working Families a Voice

FRESNO -- It doesn't take long for Alma García to get motivated about education or her career.

"The unforgettable image of my parents working long hours in hot summers and freezing cold winters, for less than minimum wage, has been my No. 1 motivation to work hard at whatever I do," said García, who helped facilitate last Saturday's Equal Voice for America's Families at the Cornerstone Banquet Hall.

"With the minimum wage jobs, lack of health care, (and) poor housing conditions, my parents saw education as our only way out," said García.....Read more...