Why Poverty?
Does Being Born Poor Mean You Will Stay Poor?
Preview: Season 5 Episode 28 | 2m 30s
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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.
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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.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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