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Why the TANF welfare program fails as a safety net

This year marks the 25th anniversary of a federal program that provides direct cash assistance to the poor — the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. An investigation by ProPublica looks at just how much TANF has actually helped families in need. Stephanie Sy reports.
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