Gender and the Politics of Welfare Reform: Mothers' Pensions in Chicago, 1911-1929

(Part of the Women in Culture and Society Series)

by Joanne L. Goodwin

No Customer Reviews

Select Format

Select Condition

Book Overview

The first study to explore the origins of welfare in the context of local politics, this book examines the first public welfare policy created specifically for mother-only families. Chicago initiated the largest mothers' pension program in the United States in 1911. Evolving alongside movements for industrial justice and women's suffrage, the mothers' pension movement hoped to provide "justice for mothers" and protection from life's insecurities...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0226303934

ISBN13:9780226303932

Release Date:June 1997

Publisher:University of Chicago Press

Length:298 Pages

Weight:0.95 lbs.

Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Related Subjects

Gay & Lesbian Gender Studies History Humanities Military Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Public Affairs & Policy Public Policy

Customer Reviews

0 rating

Write a review

ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.

Copyright © 2024 Thriftbooks.com Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information | Cookie Policy | Cookie Preferences | Accessibility Statement
ThriftBooks^® and the ThriftBooks^® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC

Gender and the Politics of Welfare Reform: Mothers' Pensions in Chicago, 1911-1929

(Part of the Women in Culture and Society Series)

Select Format

Select Condition

Recommended

Book Overview

Customer Reviews

Popular Categories

Website

My Account

Partnerships

Quick Help

About Us

Follow Us