Words: Kucinich believes that the only way to alleviate poverty is through education. He argues that the public sector has the moral responsibility to provide jobs and that we should promote work over welfare.

Actions: Kucinich voted FOR responsible fatherhood via faith-based organizations (1999), AGAINST treating religious organizations equally for tax breaks (2001), AGAINST promoting work and marriage among TANF recipients (2003), and FOR providing $70 million for Section 8 housing vouchers (2006).

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