Books by Joel F. Handler

This work points out the fallacies in proposals for welfare reform, arguing that they merely recycle old remedies that have not worked. It analyzes the prejudice that has historically existed against "the underserving poor", and shows stereotypes of single women as being untrue.

A detailed view of the world of low-paid women workers. It provides a realistic picture of the issues, whilst also offering strategies and innovations that could alleviate some of the worst effects. Topics include balancing the demands of work and family, health care and child care.

The authors of this text discuss current policies, efforts and programmes designed to deal with the poor and analyze what works, what does not work, and why. They promote policies that would facilitate leaving welfare for work - particulary in the case of single mothers.