Paper back shrink wrapped "Demanding Child Care: Women's Activism and the Politics of Welfare, 1940-1971" by Natalie M. Fousekis is a textbook in the Women, Gender, and Sexuality in American History Series published by the University of Illinois Press. This book explores the subject areas of family and relationships, social science, and political science through the lens of women's activism and the politics of welfare in the United States during the mid-20th century. Focusing on topics such as babysitting, day care, child care, and women in politics, this book provides in-depth analysis of the historical developments and social changes that shaped the welfare policies and family dynamics of the time. With 264 pages, this trade paperback is a valuable resource for those interested in women's studies and the history of public policy.