In the United States, beliefs about language are inextricably linked with social status and economic opportunity. Courts, therefore, have been reluctant to resolve issues of language choice and use by methodically moving toward a synthesis of law that could be applied in current controversies over language policies. (Author/GC)

The men's movement is discussed as the reaction to condemnation of men by radical feminists. Two major trends in the men's movement, a more visible (hairy men) element that courts public exposure and an academic men's movement, are explored as reactions to social change. (SLD)

Holds that our society simultaneously values bilingual individuals and deprecates groups whose first language is not English. Suggests that voluntary, two way, equal time, maintenance bilingual education programs can do much to enhance the country's economic and political potential. (Author/GC)

Examines whether children are receiving less than their share of public resources, considering (1) how the economic situations of children and the elderly have changed; (2) effects of insufficient resources and causes of disparities in treatment of young people; and (3) proposals for increasing society's investment in children. (SLD)

Explores some of the radical social changes that have occurred during the late 20th century within Great Britain, and discusses what main change agents existed that moved and so radically altered British society. Finally, the article explores what these change agents have brought about and what can be done to reduce the damage. (GR)

Examines whether U.S. public is underinvesting in its children. Several measures indicate a deterioration in the well-being of children in the past few decades, and some measures suggest a decline in crucial inputs from parents to children (i.e., parenting hours). Ways to increase society's investment in children are discussed. (SLD)