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Percent of American households that are "middle class," earning between $35,000 to $100,000 annually. In the mid-1970s, 52 percent of U.S. households were earning the equivalent amount.

Percent of American households that are "middle class," earning between $35,000 to $100,000 annually. In the mid-1970s, 52 percent of U.S. households were earning the equivalent amount.

Daniel Luzer is GOVERNING's news editor.
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