Scott Allard

University of Washington, and author of “Places In Need: The Changing Geography of Poverty”

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Professor at the University of Washington, and author of “Places In Need: The Changing Geography of Poverty.”

Scott Allard on KCRW

Homelessness and poverty are also problems outside the city.

Suburban poverty is getting worse

Homelessness and poverty are also problems outside the city.

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