Social Welfare: Politics and Public Policy : with Research NavigatorPearson/Allyn and Bacon, 2007 - 562 pagine Social Welfare: Politics and Public Policy is the most comprehensive and easy-to-understand introduction to the social welfare system and social welfare policy. This is a leading text in social welfare policy in departments of social work, political science, administration and government, and is also used in some departments of sociology. DiNitto focuses on the political aspects of policymaking; she describes the major social welfare programs, including public assistance, Social Security, disability, health insurance, and more. She also addresses racism, sexism, gay rights, and immigration in the context of social welfare policies and programs. Additionally, it includes new and updated information on welfare reform (TANF), food stamps, managed care, disability, aging, the latest figures on poverty, and the latest information on job training and employment. A full range of supplements includes an Instructor's Manual/Test Bank and a Computerized Test Bank. Student supplements include an Online Study Guide. |
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... workers , slightly less than the number covered in 2000 , reflecting recession and subsequent unemployment.70 Most workers are pro- tected against short - term illness and disability through sick time paid by their em- ployers , but 30 ...
... Workers who sustain . permanent disabilities are only 1 percent of beneficiaries ; their benefits may continue for life , and they may also receive Social Security benefits . Immediate dependents of workers killed in job - related ...
... workers ' com- pensation systems because of the increased costs of claims , rapidly rising insurance rates , and large program deficits . Organized labor says too many injured workers are denied adequate compensation and face too much ...
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Foreword | xi |
Preface Ixi | lxi |
The Public and Social Welfare | 19 |
Copyright | |
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