The Negro Family: The Case For National Action

The report, commonly known as the Moynihan Report, argues that the high rate of single-mother families in the black community is a significant barrier to economic and social equality.

Moynihan contended that this family structure issue, rooted in historical discrimination and cultural factors, perpetuates a cycle of poverty and disadvantage.

The report was controversial, with critics accusing it of 'blaming the victim' and neglecting the role of systemic racism.

Despite the controversy, it had a significant influence on policy discussions and the War on Poverty initiatives of the Johnson administration.