[news] The "New Poor" Versus The "Old Poor": Who Gets Prioritized?

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We have all heard the terms "old money," and "new money" with regards to familial wealth. "Old money" is perceived to be more noble, and more dignified in stature somehow. "New money" is considered superficial, transitory, or even happenstance. These same concepts can be applied to the poor. And what is interesting is the way society will try to separate out the "new poor" from the "old poor" when determining who to give aid to.

URL: http://resist.ca/story/2005/9/3/11442/23148