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Statistical Handbook on the Social Safety Net
Fernando F. Padró
Book Code: OXSRSSN
ISBN: 1-57356-516-4
ISBN-13: 978-1-57356-516-5
608 pages, charts; figures; tables
Greenwood Press
Publication: 12/30/2004
List Price: $165.00 (UK Sterling Price: £95.00)
Discount Price: $115.50 Greenwood Press Fall 2008 Backlist Sale. Use code 0826. Save 30%. Ends 12/31/2008.
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 8 1/2 X 11
Subjects: Reviews:
  • The current struggle over the future of Social Security has made the social safety net the subject of constant debate. With this entry in the series, Padró attempts to provide the data behind the debate, as well as appropriate socioeconomic, historical, and political contexts. An introduction emblematic of his passion and dedication defines audience, purpose, sources, methodology, organization, and limitations, and lists significant governmental, nongovernmental, and international Web sites. Initial chapters discuss definitions of poverty and social safety nets and how governments use both....Recommended. Large public and academic libraries supporting programs in economics, political science, sociology, social work, public health, and public administration.
    —Choice     July 2005
  • This work is recommended for libraries and organizations interested in social issues in the United States, or international or comparative social policy.
    —Reference Reviews     November 2005
  • Perfect for college-level reference collections, Statistical Handbook on The Social Safety Net is a reference not to be missed by any college collection with strong social issues courses.
    —MBR Bookwatch/Donovan's Bookshelf     April 2005
Description: Padro begins by defining a social safety net and discussing the economic health of various nations and their definition of poverty. Traditional safety net programs, such as social security, unemployment insurance and workers compensation, Medicare and Medicaid, and the welfare system in the United States and other countries are discussed in depth. Additional chapters provide detailed analysis devoted soley to programs affecting women and children. The availability of statistical information has increased dramatically on the Internet, yet it can be difficult to find and interpret. This Handbook presents a carefully selected array of 300 tables, graphs, and charts, placing valuable statistics into context with introductory text. Detailed source information in each table, figure, and chart allows the user to pursue further information and uncover the stories behind the numbers. Each chapter concludes with a glossary of key terms. A bibliography, guide to information sources available on the Internet, and a detailed index are included.
LC Card Number: 2004043641
LCC Class: HV51
Dewey Class: 025
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