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Wilkerson, Margaret B.; Gresham, Jewell Handy – The Nation, 1989
Examines the development of the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) program and analyzes workfare reforms proposed by Senators Moynihan and Armstrong and the National Service program proposed by Senator Nunn. Argues that all of these programs are based on racism, sexism, and classism. (FMW)
Descriptors: Black Mothers, Federal Legislation, Poverty Programs, Racial Discrimination
Peer reviewedGarcia, Sandra Anderson – Sex Roles: A Journal of Research, 1989
Discusses the struggles of middle- and lower-class black women to use social programs and affirmative action mandates to advance their status. Examines ways their struggles have affected their self-perceptions and relationships with each other. (Author/JS)
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Blacks, Federal Legislation, Females
