Poverty and welfare in America : examining the facts / David Wagner.

Author/creator Wagner, David
Other author Gale Group.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoSanta Barbara, California : ABC-CLIO, 2019.
Copyright Date©2019
Description1 online resource (xvi, 196 pages).
Supplemental ContentEbook Central
Subjects

SeriesGale virtual reference library. ^A1041209
Contemporary debates. ^A1303952
Contents 1. General questions about poverty -- 2. The causes of poverty -- 3. Who are the poor? -- 4. What are "welfare" and "social welfare"? -- 5. Controversies over "welfare" -- 6. Homelessness (and hunger) in the United States -- 7. Coda.
Abstract This book closely examines controversial claims and beliefs surrounding poverty and anti-poverty programs in the United States. It authoritatively dismantles falsehoods, half-truths, and misconceptions, leaving readers with an unbiased, accurate understanding of these issues.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Source of descriptionDescription based on print version record.
Issued in other formPrint version: Poverty and welfare in America. Santa Barbara, CA : ABC-CLIO, [2019] 9781440856440
ISBN9781440856457 (electronic book)
ISBN1440856451 (electronic book)

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