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Wednesday, October 26, 2005

Hacking at the social safety net?

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Today, Chair Bill Thomas led the House Committee on Ways and Means in its costcutting efforts. Just weeks after the president promised to take on poverty, critics say vital programs are on the block. Scott Tong reports.

photo: Wil McNamee © Getty Images

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