Friday news roundup 8/24/12
Center for the Study of Social Policy: The number of children in poverty increased between 2000 and 2010 from 12.2 million to 15.7 million, an increase of nearly 30 percent
NeighborWorks America: From vacant lots to community gardens (part of a series)
Next American City: The urban garden as crime fighter
NLIHC: The truth about the National Housing Trust Fund
Realtor.com (via GoSection8): Does having a Section 8 home in the neighborhood affect home values?
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