Publication Date
7-1-2005
Summary
This paper provides a historical overview of rural America. To understand the dynamics of rural areas today, we have to understand how they evolved. Demographic trends, economic factors, and government policies have all contributed to the current state of development in rural areas. The impact of each of these aspects has shaped and influenced rural areas in their own unique way. This paper examines the role of all three aspects. a definition of rural is also included.
Document Type
Working Paper
Category
Financial Inclusion
Subarea
Asset Building
Original Citation
Curley, J. (2005). Rural America: Historical overview (CSD Working Paper No. 05-53). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Project
Wealth Building in Rural America Project
Keywords
IDA, individual development account, Rural, SAPP, state policy
Recommended Citation
Curley, J. (2005). Rural America: Historical overview (CSD Working Paper No. 05-53). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.7936/K78G8K5V