Chapter 16
Chapter 16: Social Policy
Critical Thinking Questions
| 1. What differences may be expected in the shaping of social policy with Barack Obama having been elected president in 2008 rather than John McCain? Does it matter which party controls Congress? |
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| 2. What do you think should be the government’s responsibilities in the area of social policy? Do you favor more of an “ownership society” or more of a direct role for the government? |
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| 3. How does your answer to this last question influence your position on Social Security and health care reform? |
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