"The Other America" (book)

"The Other America," by Michael Harrington, is a influential book from 1962 that highlights widespread poverty in the United States. It reveals that millions of Americans live in extreme poverty, often invisible to the broader society, especially in marginalized communities. Harrington discusses how this persistent inequality affects access to education, housing, and opportunities, contributing to social division. The book played a key role in raising awareness about poverty and inspired social and political movements, including the War on Poverty and President Lyndon B. Johnson's efforts to address economic disparity. It remains a foundational work on understanding American social injustice.