Exploring the effects of differing restructuring experiences, the author delves into the urban landscapes of London and Toronto. Through comparative analysis, the book highlights how these cities have navigated economic and social changes, revealing insights into their unique challenges and adaptations. Bashevkin's work prompts readers to consider the broader implications of urban restructuring on communities and governance.
The book examines the experiences of single mothers on social assistance under the leadership of Bill Clinton, Jean Chrétien, and Tony Blair, who represented a "third way" political approach. It explores how their policies impacted the lives of these women, highlighting the challenges they faced and the social dynamics at play during this transformative period in North America and Europe. Through this analysis, Bashevkin sheds light on the intersection of gender, poverty, and political ideology.
Feminism underwent perhaps its most difficult challenges in the 1980s, when conservatism reached the height of its influence in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. This study explores some beliefs about women and women's movements under Conservative and Republican leaders.