Poverty in Louisiana in the 1960's

Introduction

Louisiana is a state located in a southern region of United States of America, the poverty rate of Louisiana in the year 1960 was estimated very high, as the people were facing problems related to food and shelter. People are unable to cover the basic cost of food, as about 35% of the people do not have jobs. In Louisiana the people living with their families, children and has their income below the Federal poverty level are considered as poor (Batiza, Rodolfo, 15). In 1960 the United States measures poverty by an outdated standard. To control ...