Why Poverty?

Does Being Born Poor Mean You Will Stay Poor?

Preview: Season 5 Episode 28 | 2m 30s

How much is a child’s fate determined by the circumstances and location of its birth? Accepted wisdom has it that much of what happens within 24 hours of a child’s birth dictates that child’s chances of survival and likelihood of health and ability to thrive in the long-term.

Aired: 11/28/12

Rating: NR

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