Social Policy ( 0 messages – 0 unread ) View Full Description Hide Full Description This week we are looking at a variety of social policy issues, but will specifically address poverty in our...

This week we are looking at a variety of social policy issues, but will specifically address poverty in our discussion

(1) What factors contribute to poverty in the United States?

(2) Are existing welfare policies effective in combating poverty? Why or why not?

(3) What policy reforms would you recommend?

As you present your argument, please address issues of prevention, education and access to social services as it relates to welfare policies You should also incorporate information about welfare reform under the Clinton, Bush, and Obama administrations

Remember to incorporate key terms/concepts from your required readings along with replying to your classmates You are also expected to reference the assigned readings while properly citing all sources Initial posts should be at least 300 words in length (but less than 500 words) Replies to classmates should each be at least 150 words in length Please reference the Grading Rubric for additional scoring guidelines