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flag A new PBS documentary, "Born Poor," premiering October 7, 2025, chronicles how systemic barriers trap children in poverty across generations.

flag A new FRONTLINE documentary, "Born Poor," premiering October 7, 2025, follows 14 years in the lives of children from low-income families, revealing how systemic barriers like limited education, healthcare, and job opportunities perpetuate poverty across generations. flag The film highlights the emotional and financial toll of economic instability, showing how despite personal resilience, many struggle to achieve lasting upward mobility. flag It offers a human-centered look at the challenges of growing up poor in America amid rising inflation and job market uncertainty, underscoring the difficulty of escaping poverty. flag The documentary airs on PBS and streams online, with a companion call-in program to discuss related issues.

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