Task: This written assignment asks you to trace the historical development of a social welfare policy of your choosing while paying close attention to how historical events helped shape the policy and to compare it with today’s policies related to that issue. Due Date: _____________ Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is for you to gain an appreciation of the role that history (events, societal reactions and/or values) can play in the creation and amendment of social welfare policy at the local, state and federal level. Consider changes over time, where we are today and goals for the future.