U.S. Census Bureau, Housing and Household Economic Statistics Division. (2008) Poverty. Retrieved April 16, 2008, from http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/poverty/poverty.html.
- This website offers basic facts about poverty and how it is measured, the most recent reports and statistics, publications, definitions, poverty thresholds, and data sources. The website provides extensive statistics and research regarding poverty in the United States as well as links to related sites. Any reporter searching for reliable, government-funded statistics and information regarding any forms of poverty, including rural poverty, would benefit from the information provided on this website.
United States Department of Agriculture. (2008) Rural Development. Retrieved June 2, 2008 from http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rd/index.html.
- This website highlights the ways in which to improve the economy and quality of life in all of rural America. The government organization says it promotes economic development by supporting loans to businesses through banks and community-managed lending pools and offers technical assistance and information to help agricultural and other cooperatives get started and improve the effectiveness of their member services. The website offers links to investments in rural areas, energy initiatives, available funds, success stories and speeches. Also, the site offers updated articles and press releases about the activity within the organization. This site offers extensive contacts and answers for any journalist interested in rural poverty and development.
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