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War on Poverty directors in Texas follow bold approach
The article profiles Texas and national leaders in the war on poverty. Crook, directing efforts across five states, argues the program reveals poverty’s by products before ending. Walter Richter, named by Gov. Connally, notes two years and $80 million yielded little yet promises renewed professionalism.
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Portunity
Texas
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Arkansas
Louisiana
Crook
Poverty Forces
Walter Richter
John B. Connally
Richter