Question

As summarized by Bullock, Wyche, and Williams, how are welfare recipients stereotyped in the U.S. media and what ideological beliefs do they express about class, race, and gender?

Answer 1

1. Welfare recipients perceived as lacking competence and warmth

2. Single moms depicted as immoral, neglectful, and responsible for their own poverty — single teen moms = scapegoats

3. Working class and unemployed viewed as criminals