“There is one unmistakable lesson in American history; a community that allows a large number of young men to grow up in broken families, dominated by women, never acquiring any stable relationship to male authority, never acquiring any set of rational expectations about the future - that community asks for and gets chaos.”
Quote by Daniel Patrick Moynihan
Work
Miles to Go: A Personal History of Social Policy
Miles to Go: A Personal History of Social Policy is a reflective work that delves into the personal journey of the author within the realm of social policy. The book chronicles the author's experiences, observations, and reflections on the development and impact of social policies, offering readers a unique glimpse into the complexities and challenges of shaping societal welfare. more
Author
Daniel Patrick Moynihan
Daniel Patrick Moynihan was a prominent American politician who served as a United States Senator. He had a significant impact on political, social policy, and foreign policy issues. more
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