Part 1
2 Discussion Questions 250 words with 2 peer supported scholarly resource per question.
Question 1.
250 words with 2 peer supported scholarly resource.
Assessment Description
In the United States, the public role in education is enormous. In some countries, education is provided primarily by private entities. Why does the government in the United States play such a large role in education? Is education a public good? Should governments offer education alternatives, like school vouchers to attend private schools of parents choosing? If many school budgets are already strained, how might vouchers exacerbate inequality? Justify your position.
Question 2.
250 words with 2 peer supported scholarly resource.
Assessment Description
Federal welfare programs expanded dramatically during President Johnsons War on Poverty, continuing a prominent government role in welfare since Franklin D. Roosevelts New Deal. In 1997, the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) was replaced by Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Identify the major changes from AFDC to TANF. How does the implementation of block grants introduce considerable variation among the states? Explain the relative advantages and disadvantages of the transition from AFDC to TANF.
Part 2
1, 000 word paper
Assessment Description
In 1,000 words, do the following:
- Compare how much the United States and Europe spend on healthcare every year. Does the U.S. spend comparatively more or less than other developed countries?
- Explain what metrics are used to measure health. Where does the United States fall, according to those metrics?
- Describe the rationale for the role of government in health care. To what extent is poverty a salient factor, in terms of government intervention? Explain.
- Describe how health care might be reformed to address high costs and limited coverage.
- Discuss the prospective advantages and disadvantages of a single-payer system, like that of Canada.
Use two to three scholarly resources to support your explanations.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Requirements: 250 discussions and and 1000 word paper

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