An underrated barrier to equal opportunity is America’s 21st-century expectation that children should be constantly supervised
Social Mobility
The American Dream is about the ability to pursue happiness and better oneself and others. If people work hard, they should be able to climb the economic and social ladder. That’s why America earned the moniker the “Land of Opportunity.”
As more people begin to lose faith in the American Dream, policy leaders must get to work on solutions that restore social mobility, especially to those who need it most.
Low-income Americans find themselves ensnared in the safety net, stranded by benefits cliffs. Structural flaws keep them from getting ahead and becoming independent. Our nation’s welfare policies should encourage work and family formation. Every American should experience dignity in work and the power of creating value for others.
All Social Mobility
Survey results showed significant growth in support for increased funding for local police departments
Charles Fain Lehman's argument doesn't confront the actual literature discussing legitimacy, instead focusing on the politics of it
States and localities should push ahead with their own reforms to curb police abuses in their communities
The program could become a model for other states as lawmakers look to help at-risk youth make the challenging transition to adulthood
Stop child welfare agencies from taking foster kids’ Social Security survivor and disability benefits.
The claim is mostly speculation with a heavy dose of confirmation bias
Congress needs to stop this practice