Problem
Describe the historical context of the policy (O'Connor, B. (2001). The protagonists and ideas behind the personal responsibility and work opportunity reconciliation act of 1996: The enactment of a conservative welfare system. Social Justice, 28(4), 4-32
The goal is to concisely point to an important historical event for context rather than conduct a deeper historical analysis.
• Identify the population the policy serves.
• What programs fall under this policy?
• Explain how the policy aligns with or does not align with the social work mission and values.
• Explain how society's perception of vulnerable or marginalized populations relates to the development of this and other policies to address poverty.