What Is the Shadow Welfare State

question 87

Multiple Choice

What is the shadow welfare state?

• A)the welfare that is distributed by local governments and special districts
• B)tax breaks-credits,deductions,and preferential tax rates that subsidize social welfare
• C)the welfare payments that the government is committed to paying in the future
• D)private charities that have filled the gap left by reductions in government spending

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Definitions:

Triangle Shirtwaist Fire

A catastrophic factory fire in New York City in 1911, leading to significant improvements in industrial safety standards.

Factory Safety Standards

Regulations and guidelines designed to ensure the safety and health of workers in industrial settings.

Urban Areas

Geographical regions characterized by higher population density and vast human features in comparison to areas surrounding them, often centers of commerce, politics, and culture.

Rural Areas

Regions located outside towns and cities, often characterized by lower population density, agricultural or natural terrain, and lesser availability of certain public services.