Take unemployment insurance. The CARES Act, passed in March 2020, included the largest increase in benefits and eligibility in American history. In 2019, unemployment insurance kept 500,000 people out of poverty; in 2020, that figure was 5.5 million. Yes, the program was riddled with problems, particularly technological ones, that made it difficult for many people to get enrolled quickly. But once they were covered, “They saw something close to the actual level of benefits that they deserve,” Mr. Díez said.

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Persons: ”, Francisco Díez, LaShondra White, Mr, Díez Organizations: Center for Popular Democracy Locations: U.S, United States, Detroit