Summarizes research by economists Deborah Figart and June Lapidus showing that both comparable worth and a higher minimum wage would reduce poverty considerably among low-income working women and their families.
Recent research indicates that domestic violence may be a problem for many women in welfare.
As the "policy questions" in this newsletter indicate, the PRWORA is often unclear on what the states must do.
A comprehensive study of women’s lives in Washington. Available by mail in limited quantities. E-mail iwpr@iwpr.org to place an order.
A comprehensive study of women’s lives in California.
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The changes that have occurred in women's economic roles during the current century are among the most significant and sweeping transformations of U.S. society and indeed of societies around the world.
A comprehensive study of women’s lives in Maine.
A comprehensive study of women’s lives in Illinois.
