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Peer reviewedBrown, David K. – Educational Gerontology, 1999
Describes two points of view regarding age-related public programs (Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security): that of devolutionists who would curtail them and safety netters who maintain the government's role is indispensable. Uses Relative Deprivation theory as a framework for teaching public policy about aging. (SK)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Federal Programs, Government Role, Public Policy
