Why did President Clinton reduce funding for the social welfare program Aid to Families of Dependent Children in 1996?

A) He thought it violated freedom of speech.
B) He thought it interfered with integration.
C) He thought it did little to reduce poverty.
D) He thought black women would work less if the act was passed.


Answer: C

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