The Welfare State Nobody Knows: Debunking Myths about U.S. Social Policy

by Christopher Howard

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The Welfare State Nobody Knows challenges a number of myths and half-truths about U.S. social policy. The American welfare state is supposed to be a pale imitation of "true" welfare states in Europe and Canada. Christopher Howard argues that the American welfare state is in fact larger, more popular, and more dynamic than commonly believed. Nevertheless, poverty and inequality remain high, and this book helps explain why so much effort accomplishes...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0691138338

ISBN13:9780691138336

Release Date:August 2008

Publisher:Princeton University Press

Length:280 Pages

Weight:0.91 lbs.

Dimensions:0.7" x 6.3" x 9.2"

Related Subjects

Political History Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Public Affairs & Policy Public Policy Social Science Social Sciences Social Services & Welfare

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