In this insightful and comprehensive book, Dr. Wireman illustrates the huge impact government action and inaction have on our families and communities and outlines a four point strategy to address the current challenges affecting low income families in the United States. She also discusses the responsibilities of business, non-profits, local government, state government, the federal government, the media and local communities and neighborhoods in addressing the challenges facing American families.

Dr. Wireman’s chapter on race, class, age and ethnicity is a must read for practitioners and students who wish to explore, better understand and engage in a dialogue on race on a personal and policy level.

– Marc Herstand, Executive Director National Association of Social Workers, Wisconsin Chapter