Product Description: At the end of the twentieth century, with the economy booming and unemployment at historic lows, the American economy was a job-producing marvel. The first decade of the twenty-first century was entirely different as the worst economy in seventy years, the Great Recession, crushed the lives of tens of millions of workers and their families, forestalled careers, scrapped hopes for a college education, delayed retirements, and foreclosed family homes...read more

'Provides up-to-date coverage of trends in state politics and the most pressing challenges currently facing state governments. A collection of writings by leading observers of politics and public policy at the state level'--Provided by publisher.

Alphabetically arranged entries cover such work issues as health insurance, immigration, sweatshops, drug testing, affirmative action, and the effects of globalization and information technology on work processes.

Examines how the American workplace and workforce are changing at the beginning of the twenty-first century, and includes essays and speeches from leading journalists and workplace analysts. (view table of contents)

Product Description: Break with convention - An original look at policymaking Policymaking is a messy business. It entails more than the traditional policy cycle discussed in most textbooks. And it involves more than presidents and members of Congress...read more

Product Description: American workers are faced with increasing economic insecurity due to corporate downsizings, stagnant wages, shaky employee benefits, and rising income and wealth inequality. While proposed remedies abound--new restrictions on immigration and trade, universal health insurance, penalties against irresponsible companies--little agreement has emerged beyond a general sense that any effort to improve prospects for the American workforce must include enhancing their education and training...read more