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Protect poor from federal budget cuts

COURTESY PIXABAY

The state will increasingly need to look after its own, where the poor and vulnerable are concerned. Safety-net programs should be bolstered with what state resources are available. Tax policy that supports this population, such as the earned income tax credit, will merit consideration.