Persistently poor, left-behind and chronically disconnected
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Published:2024-01-23
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ISSN:1752-1378
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Container-title:Cambridge Journal of Regions, Economy and Society
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language:en
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1. Economic Innovation Group , 1307 New York Avenue NW Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005 , USA
Abstract
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This article explores the extent to which persistent poverty areas represent a compelling sub-category of left-behind areas. It asks why places collectively tend to have a much harder time climbing out of poverty than people do individually, and it explores three ways in which places struggling with persistent poverty exhibit disconnection from the broader economy: commuting patterns, social networks and job growth. The concept of disconnection can partially explain why the challenges of persistent poverty or being ‘left-behind’ tend not to resolve themselves naturally. The concept also provides direction for a policy agenda centred around restoring social and economic ties that have deteriorated over time.
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Oxford University Press (OUP)
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Economics and Econometrics,Sociology and Political Science,Geography, Planning and Development
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