Synopsis

In the midst of unprecedented national prosperity in the 1960s, poverty was "rediscovered" by American policy makers, media and the public. This series examines how the poor fared during these years and the resultant evolution of foundation and public sector programs addressing the challenges of poverty. Where to watch America's War on Poverty series? Click the "Watch Now" button above to stream all seasons and episodes of America's War on Poverty in HD for free on SFlix.