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Pandemic Prompts Rise in Poverty to Levels Unprecedented in Recent Decades and Sharply Affects Inequality and Employment | Press Release | Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean

In a new annual report, ECLAC estimates that the total number of poor people rose to 209 million by the end of 2020, which is 22 million more people than in the previous year. In addition, it calls for creating a new welfare state.

Pandemic Prompts Rise in Poverty to Levels Unprecedented in Recent Decades and Sharply Affects Inequality and Employment | Press Release | Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean

Nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population is fully vaccinated. Many countries may not hit that target this year.

The widening gap is fueling frustration and potentially extending the pandemic.

Nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population is fully vaccinated. Many countries may not hit that target this year.