How many people live in the United States? The census counts people in the United States. We do this every ten years. Why do we count people?
The government gives money to help people stay healthy. The money might pay for medicine. It might help build new hospitals.
The census is important. You count!
What Do You Think? A friend asks, “Why does the census matter?” What will you say?
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