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13.You have recently been appointed to a task force charged with allocating federal funds to strengthen marriages among low-income families. Each member of the task force has been asked to bring her or his suggestions for how to best use these funds. What suggestions will you make?


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Barbara Ehrenreich

An American author and activist known for her critiques on the economic inequalities in Western societies, notably in her book "Nickel and Dimed."

Nickel and Dimed

A term popularized by Barbara Ehrenreich's book on the struggles of low-wage workers, highlighting the challenges of living on insufficient income.

Minimum-Wage

The lowest legal hourly payment for workers, set by law or contract, aimed at ensuring a minimum standard of living for employees.

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Affiliation with a labor union, an organization that represents workers in negotiations with employers over wages, benefits, and working conditions.

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