Charles A. Murray (Charles Alan Murray) Quotes

The most troubling aspect of social policy towards the poor in late 20th century America is or how much it costs, but what it has bought.

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• The most troubling aspect of social policy towards the poor in late 20th century America is or how much it costs, but what it has bought.

  

  Charles A. Murray
  • Poor
  • Policy
  • Century