Social Problems - General & Miscellaneous, Social Policy by Region, U.S. Politics - Public Affairs & Administration, Welfare - Service & Policies
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Understanding Social Problems, Policies, and Programs offers a comprehensive analysis of the policies used in the United States to address social problems and to develop the nation's social welfare programs. Leon Ginsberg provides a framework for understanding some of the country's most controversial issues, including welfare assistance and reform. He suggests practical ways in which individuals and groups might implement more beneficial programs for the disadvantaged. In this third edition, Ginsberg updates American social welfare policy through the 1990s. He explains developments that have taken place during the Clinton administration, in particular the sweeping changes effected by the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. Ginsberg details the major provisions of the new law and how it differs from laws previously in effect.Editorials
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Ginsberg (social welfare policy, U. of South Carolina College of Social Work) analyzes the policies used in the US to address social problems and to develop social welfare programs. Previously updated in 1996; this new edition addresses American social welfare policy through the 1990s, particularly changes brought about by the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
November 30, 1998
Publisher
University of South Carolina Press
Pages
324
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781570032660