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| Nathan, Richard P. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedNathan, Richard P. – Journal of Negro Education, 1989
Summarizes themes of welfare reform in America and policy shifts that have resulted in the introduction of state-focused workfare programs. (MW)
Descriptors: Employment Programs, Employment Services, Poverty Programs, Social Agencies
Peer reviewedCancian, Maria – Social Work, 2001
The argument presented is that although work is one path toward improved well-being for poor families, a successful and humane social welfare policy must recognize and respond to its limitations. This article reviews specific propositions of prowork rhetoric and concludes that former welfare participants require a broad range of supports to move…
Descriptors: Economically Disadvantaged, Helping Relationship, Humanitarianism, Labor Force
