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• The measure of poverty
  The annual report from the Census Bureau shows the nation's poverty rate climbed in 2008. But many analysts argue the federal government's measurements for poverty are outdated, and give an inaccurate picture of what's going on.9:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Maria Hanratty: Associate professor at the Humphrey Institute, where she studies the economics of poverty.
  Craig Helmstetter: Consulting scientist with the Wilder Foundation.
  Linda Gibbs: New York City's deputy mayor for health and human services.
  More from MPR
  Minn. non-profits announce $2.2M fund to help low-income families (07/07/2009)
  Homelessness in Hennepin County on the rise (07/01/2009)
  Advocates say budget cuts target most vulnerable (06/25/2009)
  Homeless teen shares her story (06/11/2009)
  Resources
  About Maria Hanratty
  About Craig Helmstetter
  Income, Poverty, and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States
• Spirituality and the films of Joel and Ethan Coen
  When you think of a Coen brothers movie you might think of murder or dark humor. Religion columnist Cathleen Falsani thinks there are deep moral truths embedded in most of Joel and Ethan Coen's work, including the films Blood Simple, Fargo and The Big Lebowski.10:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Cathleen Falsani: Author of "The Dude Abides: The Gospel According to the Coen Brothers." Falsani's other books include, "Sin Boldly." She's the religion columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times.
  Resources
  Cathleen Falsani's Blog
  Falsani's columns in the Chicago Sun-Times

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