Child homelessness worsens in Tennessee

1.17.2012 EDITORIAL KNOXVILLE NEWS SENTINEL KNOXVILLE, Tenn.

Tennessee is one of the worst 15 states in homelessness for children, according to a recent study that estimated the number of homeless children there at 19,775. The situation has steadily deteriorated: The state ranked 39^th in 2010 and 24th in 2006. This slide is attributed to the recession with its accompanying joblessness and foreclosures. The study also found Tennessee’s planning inadequate to combat the problem.

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Child homelessness worsens in Tennessee

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