Chapter 2 Discussion Topics

Populations under Discussion
  1. What kinds of factors might lead two people to have different goals in life (e.g., education, healthy lifestyle, etc.)?
  1. What historical basis can explain why certain groups are marginalized in society?
  1. Critically discuss different programs designed to help individuals out of poverty. How do they affect members of each group examined in the chapter?
  1. In what ways is poverty stigmatized in our society?
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