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Yes, Adolf Hitler Really Said He Would 'Make Germany Great Again'

Neo-Nazis around the world have made it clear that they’re optimistic about what a Trump presidency will do for their cause. And while countless people have already pointed out just how dangerous Donald Trump’s rise to power has been, the historical parallels to other authoritarian regimes is still shocking. Take, for instance, this article from 1934. The author explains that Hitler was promising to make Germany “great” again.

Next Generation Social Sciences » Alex de Waal

Annual application deadline: 11/17/2017 Visit the SSRC Application Portal to applyA Social Science in Africa Fit for PurposeAlex de Waal, executive director of the World Peace Foundation at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, prepared a keynote address for the 2015-2016 cohort of Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa fellows during the fellowship workshop held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in…

Woman's mission of helping needs help

The pantry is growing crowded, and can’t help as many people. They need space - and more volunteers.?

How this cuddle club for gay and bi men fights loneliness with intimacy

The Gay Cuddle Club created by Miguel Chavez is a refuge for people feeling lonely in London by offering a place of intimacy.

Why Seniors Want Home Care

According to a recent study, 87% of seniors would prefer to age in place by remaining at home. But, why are the number of seniors in nursing homes and hospitals on the rise? Here are three reasons why seniors today want home care and aren’t always getting what they want.

The Practical Case for Parole for Violent Offenders

This is one way to fix an unsustainable criminal justice system, and make it more humane.

Why do I need a Social Security Attorney

At Agee Clymer Mitchell and Laret, we have highly-experienced professionals long versed in the process of the law, here to assist and guide your potential actions.

Who gets a lump sum from Social Security when someone dies?

Social Security does pay a one-time lump sum death benefit of $255 to certain heirs.

How 'empathy gap' among social workers can affect services for people of color

Social workers think of themselves as empathetic individuals—after all, they went into social work specifically to help people. But empathy isn't a perfect motivator. Terence Fitzgerald, a clinical associate professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work who studies institutional racism and child welfare, found that an "empathy gap" among white social workers can hurt the services received by people of color. He shares his recent research.

Connecting some of the dots on social services

This week we found out the Government is looking at using people accessing mental health services as a cash cow for their mates. The social Read More

Doing Family Therapy as a New Social Worker: The Do's and Don'ts

For many new social workers, working with families has become an uphill struggle. Still, families need help and social workers are trained to help. So how do we mix the two?

Can I Claim a Social Security Survivor Benefit After 20 Years?

Here's what widows and widowers should know about Social Security for survivors.

Tips for Kids With Social Struggles During Family Visits

The best way to handle kids' social issues and family visits during the holiday season is for you and your child to be prepared with these tips!

Personal Finance: The Keys to Understanding Social Security Family Benefits

I recently met with a gentleman, whom I will call Fred, whose situation illustrates the unique Social Security planning opportunities available around family benefits. Fred is 68 and remarried later in life. His current wife is in her forties and has never worked outside the home. Fred and...

My Wife is Giving Money to People Who Ask

New application will simplify care process for caregivers

New mobile health app is being developed to help caregivers of aging population.

How National Service Can Fuel Social-Emotional Development

National service programs give youth a valuable opportunity to serve their community and build social-emotional skills at the same time.