The first section of this workbook gives data on hunger and malnutrition in the United States, and outlines immediate community and national action needed to meet the emergency and provide against its recurrence. The second section discusses problems of world food supply, spreading technology, the population explosion, and the handling of…

The role of the Navajo in development of the Southwest and the effects of southwestern development on the life of the Navajo are depicted. Some 91 pages of facts are pieced together from archaeological and linguistic research, from chronicles of Spanish conquistadores and their successors (or historical writings based on these documents), and from…

The part played by rural schools that give a general education and the effect such schools have on rural development are explored in this booklet. Information is based on 21 years of experience in the Sudan and on observation during visits to East and West Africa, the Middle East, and the West Indies. Major topics are common solutions, rural…

One approach to the use of socioeconomic indicators for analyzing rural development alternative strategies is presented in this paper. The underlying assumptions of such an analysis are discussed. Necessary analytic information include (1) data on rural opinions about each facet of the socioeconomic environment and selected socioeconomic…

Characterizes Eastern European political reforms in the 1960s and 1970s and predicts political economic developments for the 1990s. Trends within Soviet leadership are analyzed in light of their relevance for developments within Eastern Europe. (DB)

A series of surveys taken from 1953-73 assessed postwar attitudes of the Japanese toward religion, tradition, culture, politics, and aesthetics. Findings indicate that Japanese attitudes have become more oriented to the individual than to society. Available from: Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, Smithsonian Inst., Washington, DC…

A survey of textile workers in Barcelona indicates that the growing proportion of affluent workers in Spain has become a major source of class consciousness, militancy, and politicization. A theoretical framework is presented which interprets the survey findings in terms of the relationship between affluence and class consciousness. (Author/DB)

Data on conditions of and satisfaction with housing of the Appalachian coal miner were examined to determine relationships between housing deprivation, housing satisfaction, and various demographic and housing characteristics. Using 438 questionnaires returned by miner families, findings revealed miners lacked some amenities enjoyed by workers of…

On the threshold of the 1970's, governments dedicate themselves anew to the fundamental objectives enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations 25 years ago to create conditions of stability and well-being and to ensure a minimum standard of living consistent with human dignity through economic and social progress and development. (WL)

The president of the World Bank Group outlines the great need for developed and developing countries to make greater efforts to rescue poorer nations and other impoverished areas from their continuing poverty. (Author/RK)

Article describes excerpts of writings of the late Richard Attygalle who comments on the individual as he attempts to utilize his countries' resources and develop his educational and social awareness in an Asian community. (RK)

Reports some major findings of a study by the Urban Institute which collected and displayed available social and economic measurements that would give a balanced picture of the status of blacks and whites in the 1960-68 period. (Author/JM)

New insights into consumer motivation and activity, deeper understanding of consumer choices as they relate both to goals and to style of life suggest changes in current practices within consumer education programs. This discussion reviews objectives of consumer education and puts new emphasis on the reality that for many consumers "...buying…

Focuses on letters to the editor of the magazine "Chinese Youth" on the topic of personal reactions to modern life in China. Among opinions expressed are some despairing over the meaninglessness and hypocrisy of Chinese life, some expressing cynicism over official values, and some indicating appreciation of socialist values. (AM)