Some researchers argue that because CDBG is a bottom - up program it is significantly more successful than previous programs .
Thus , the CDBG program represents a significant shift in how the federal government addresses poverty and blight .
Some researchers argue that because CDBG is a bottom - up CDBG it is significantly more successful than previous programs .
Thus , the CDBG program represents a significant shift in how the federal government addresses poverty and blight .