Home Podcast: How Will the Economic Downturn ... Podcast: How Will the Economic Downturn Affect Poverty? Can Today's Safety Net Cope? November 24, 2008 This podcast discusses the findings of an analysis, which:examines the impact of recent recessions on poverty and deep poverty (incomes below half of the poverty line); discusses recent changes in the safety net that could weaken its ability to address the increase in need during this downturn; and outlines steps Congress can take as part of an upcoming economic recovery package to stave off large increases in severe poverty and hardship. Topics: Poverty and Inequality, Economy Share Facebook Twitter Print Email Related resources Download the mp3 of this Podcast (14:15) Stay up to date Email address Submit Receive the latest news and reports from the Center