Journalist & Anti-Poverty Advocate; Founding Editor-in-Chief of Talk Poverty; Senior Fellow at Center for American Progress
Greg Kaufmann Biography
Greg Kaufmann is a journalist and advocate whose work has shaped public discourse on poverty in the United States. As a contributing writer for The Nation and the founding editor-in-chief of Talk Poverty, Kaufmann has focused his career on increasing media coverage of poverty, highlighting research and policy solutions, and amplifying the voices of those experiencing economic hardship. His reporting has appeared on platforms such as CBSNews.com, NPR.org, WashingtonPost.com, and BusinessInsider.com. Kaufmann has served as a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress and as a fellow with New America’s Family-Centered Social Policy program.
Kaufmann has been described by Melissa Harris-Perry as "one of the most consistent voices on poverty in America." He is a public speaker who has appeared at conferences and as a guest on Moyers & Company, PBS, NPR, MSNBC, and radio programs nationwide. His columns, including "This Week in Poverty" for The Nation, have been reprinted and cited for their analysis and advocacy for systemic change. Kaufmann is also known for public engagement efforts such as the #TalkPoverty campaign, which encouraged direct dialogue with policymakers on poverty issues.
Throughout his career, Kaufmann has addressed misconceptions about poverty, advocated for policy reforms, and emphasized the importance of community-driven solutions. He has discussed the challenges of low-wage work, the limitations of social safety nets, and the need for a movement led by those most affected by poverty. Kaufmann’s ability to translate complex policy debates into accessible narratives positions him as a communicator and voice in the ongoing fight for economic justice, social policy reform, and anti-poverty advocacy.
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Greg Kaufmann Videos
Panel on Ending Poverty in California | Greg Kaufmann
What would a California without poverty look like? How would ending economic hardship advance freedom and well-being for all? This is a prospect that...
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