When Success Means Dependence: The Flawed Logic of U.S. Social Programs
America’s social programs count enrollment as success—but few measure real independence.
America’s social programs count enrollment as success—but few measure real independence.
This article lays out a practical, nuts-and-bolts pro-family package that is designed to move measurable outcomes for men—higher earnings and employment, more stable father involvement, safer neighborhoods, better mental-health access, and affordable paths to homeownership. It focuses on tools that already work in some states or cities and can be scaled: paid apprenticeships, fast-track licensure,…