WOMS10 Study Guide
Hartmann & Yi, “The Rhetoric & Reality of Welfare Reform”
How do Hartmann & Yi refute each of the following ‘myths’? What evidence does she use to
support her point? Be sure to give specific citations or quotes
Myth 1: Welfare Breeds Dependence & Fertility
Myth 2: The Lazy Welfare Mother
Myth 3: What are Job Prospects of Mothers Receiving Welfare?
Myth 4: How can Mothers on Welfare Escape Poverty?
Myth 5: What is the role of childcare for moms on welfare?
Name three specific policy recommendations the authors make.
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