Gender And Public Policy

Covering a wide range of topics on family and reproductive issues, on economics and culture, and on women's issues in management and government, these readings include personal stories, court decisions, historical narratives and several cases prepared especially for this volume. Designed primarily as a texbook for the teaching of public policy issues as they relate to women and gender, the selection presents a variety of views and ideologies. Editorial introductions, comments, and suggestions for further reading are included to help students place issues in an appropriate context.