Recession’s Impact on Colorado Children

· Mar. 11, 2011, 7:33 am

A new report from the non-profit Colorado Children's Campaign paints a stark picture of the recession's impact on children. The state's childhood obesity rate is increasing; so is the rate of childhood poverty. But the report does point to some bright spots, such as fewer teens smoking or using marijuana and other drugs. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol.

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