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Jackson led a lifetime of crusades in the United States and abroad, advocating for the poor and underrepresented on issues from voting rights and job opportunities to education and health care.
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Sophia Tareen, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
The only New Yorkers who need his immediate attention are the poor, hungry and homeless.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2026
During the month of fasting Muslims are expected to read the Quran with special intensity and to seek opportunities for good deeds, especially helping the poor.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
People exempt due to temporary conditions are expected to make up for days after the holy month is over, while those with permanent conditions may provide food or charity for the poor instead.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 17 Feb. 2026
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Sophia Tareen, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
The only New Yorkers who need his immediate attention are the poor, hungry and homeless.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2026
During the month of fasting Muslims are expected to read the Quran with special intensity and to seek opportunities for good deeds, especially helping the poor.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
People exempt due to temporary conditions are expected to make up for days after the holy month is over, while those with permanent conditions may provide food or charity for the poor instead.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 17 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the poor
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“The poor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20poor. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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