Poverty and the Future
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Addressing Poverty in California: A Conversation with EPIC President Devon Gray
In this episode of the Project Good podcast the focus is on combating poverty in the United States, with
special emphasis on California. The podcast features Devon Gray, president of End Poverty in California
(EPIC), who discusses the stark statistics of poverty in California, the systemic issues contributing to
economic disparity, and EPIC's work in advocating for equitable policies. Gray shares insights from his
personal journey and highlights the importance of changing the narrative around poverty. The
conversation explores potential solutions like increasing affordable housing, strengthening safety nets,
and implementing programs like baby bonds to reduce the wealth gap.
00:00 Welcome to Project Good Podcast
00:26 Understanding Poverty in the United States
01:48 Interview with Devon Gray: Ending Poverty in California
09:27 Defining Poverty in the U.S. and California
13:07 Policy Choices and Economic Security
19:27 The Role of Government and Public Perception
28:53 Empowering Communities Through Advocacy
31:06 Broadening the Lens on Poverty
32:50 The San Francisco Effect
34:59 Economic Refugees and Housing Crisis
35:58 California's Influence on National Trends
38:41 The Domino Effect of Housing Shortages
41:29 Burnout and Economic Security
44:47 California's Unique Strengths and Challenges
49:57 The Importance of Progressive Politics
54:59 EPIC's Future Focus: Baby Bonds Program
01:00:19 Conclusion and Call to Action
Guest Bio:
Devon Gray the President of End Poverty in California or (Epic). EPIC aims to end poverty in California by
elevating the voices of people experiencing it, creating and implementing bold policies rooted in their
needs, and advancing a state agenda focused on equal opportunity for all.Prior to joining EPIC, Devon was a director with Evergreen Strategy Group, where he advised gun
violence prevention organizations on policy and strategy.
Devon previously served in the Newsom Administration as Special Advisor to the Governor’s Chief of
Staff and is an alumnus of national and statewide political campaigns. He is a graduate of Stanford Law
School and the Stanford Graduate School of Education, and lives in Orange County where he serves as a
delegate to the California Democratic Party.
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