Author: Frances Fox Piven

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Poor People's Movements: Why They Succeed, How They Fail : Book Review

Poor People's Movements: Why They Succeed, How They Fail : Book Review

In "Poor People's Movements" by Frances Fox Piven, the author offers a comprehensive analysis of social movements driven by the poor in the United States. This insightful book explores the strategies, dynamics, and outcomes of these movements, highlighting their vital role in challenging deeply entrenched power structures and advocating for...

Regulating the Poor: The Functions of Public Welfare : Book Review

Regulating the Poor: The Functions of Public Welfare : Book Review

"Regulating the Poor" by Frances Fox Piven is an eye-opening exploration of the American welfare system and its impact on poverty and social control. Piven argues that rather than merely addressing poverty, the government utilizes welfare programs as a means to actively regulate and manipulate the poor population. This groundbreaking...

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