a) The three main categorizations of the American version of the welfare state. b) Discuss how and why Senator Bernie Sanders' talking points on the government's social responsibility are anchored in the American model of governance and not merely imported socialist rhetoric, as some people argue.

a) The three main categorizations of the American version of the welfare state. b) Discuss how and why Senator Bernie Sanders' talking points on the government's social responsibility are anchored in the American model of governance and not merely imported socialist rhetoric, as some people argue.

Economics:

10th Edition

ISBN:9781285859460

Author:BOYES, William

Publisher:BOYES, William

Chapter33: Income, Income Distribution, And Poverty

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 13E

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