pt. 1. The dimensions of poverty and inequality -- Views of inequality and poverty -- Inequality -- Counting the poor -- pt. 2. Causes of poverty -- Labor force participation -- The working poor -- Age and health -- Family size and structure -- The underclass: culture and race -- Education and ability -- Discrimination in education -- Discrimination in the labor market -- pt. 3. Policy options -- Welfare programs -- Social insurance programs -- Employment policies -- Equal opportunity policies -- Direction and prospects.
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