America’s poorest white town

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This week we take you to America’s poorest county and to a tiny town that never changes, regardless of who’s in power in Washington - Republicans or Democrats. Welcome to Booneville. Population: 87. On the show: Patrick Strickland, Al Jazeera journalist who reported this story. Our host is Jasmin Bauomy. Audio producer: Laurentiu Colintineanu Platforms & distribution: Mohsin Ali Executive Producer: Yasir Khan

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