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"Some Economical Struggles U.S. Faces Today"

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Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
-- New York City (this would mean every neighborhood, or at least where unhoused people are)
Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
Unhoused People
Low Income People
Describe the challenge you want to address:
The US economy has increased greatly overall since the Great Depression (specifically until the late 1930s / early 1940s) but the economy could be given a boost. According to research, in 2023, 11.1% of the U.S. population "were in poverty." It is then elaborated that poverty is determined by "income." Because of low income, poverty is likely. Then, unhoused people doesn't seem to be right. According to U.S. history, Black people thought that "free people" had houses provided by the Government. If people are unhoused not many people might not consider coming to the U.S., if this issue isn't properly addressed. The US is consdered a place for a new start / freedom.
What is the solution to the challenge?
In order to solve these issues, here are some ideas: -- Raise enough funds (from donation, doesn't need to be forced) and donate them to the unhoused, in order to help the unhoused fund for their house taxes. Another option is to make a shelter for all unhoused people. -- According to studies, majority of the economical average is based / determined on GDP (Gross Domestic Production) which can be based on the average home. With some calculations, perhaps a boost / increase in income on people's payment can occur.
Please provide your Zip Code
11766

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