The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996: An Analysis of a Possible Violation of Human Rights

Author

Nicole M. Clinton

Date of Defense

4-16-1999

Department

Political Science

First Advisor

Dr. Carol VanAuken-Haight

Second Advisor

Dr. Benjamin Torres

Third Advisor

Dr. Peter Renstrom

Abstract

This paper will examine the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 through applying three theories of jurisprudence. These theories will provide the framework to determine whether the Act achieves its goals while still maintaining fairness and equality for all living in the United States.

Recommended Citation

Clinton, Nicole M., "The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996: An Analysis of a Possible Violation of Human Rights" (1999). Honors Theses. 878.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/878

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