Exploring Social Policy in the U.S.

The video discusses social policy, focusing on its goals and history in the U.S. It covers the New Deal's impact, particularly Social Security and Medicare, and the evolution of welfare programs, including the transition from AFDC to TANF. The video also highlights the importance of education in increasing opportunity and reducing reliance on government aid.

What is NOT a goal of social policy?

• Assisting the poor

• Promoting equal opportunity

• Protecting against risks

• Promoting socialism

Which program was introduced as part of the New Deal?

• TANF

• Social Security

• SNAP

• Medicare

How is Social Security funded?

• General taxation

• Payroll taxes

• Private investments

• Federal grants

Which demographic change affects Social Security sustainability?

• Decreasing birth rates

• Increasing elderly population

• Decreasing employment rates

• Increasing youth population

What does the payroll tax for Social Security fund?

• Education programs

• Military expenses

• Benefits for retirees

• Healthcare for all ages

What was a major criticism of the AFDC program?

• It was self-funded

• It encouraged dependency

• It was universally popular

• It reduced poverty

What replaced the AFDC program?

• Medicare

• SNAP

• TANF

• Medicaid

Why was the 1996 Welfare Reform Act significant?

• It ended the New Deal

• It reformed welfare dependency

• It increased welfare benefits

• It introduced Social Security

What is a common view on education as a social policy?

• It is unnecessary

• It is widely supported

• It is ineffective

• It is controversial

What aspect of social policy is least controversial among Americans?

• Assisting the poor

• Protecting against risks

• Increasing educational opportunities

• Redistribution of wealth