Brief Do We Need a Stronger Welfare Policy for a Weaker Economy? Harry Holzer Display Date April 25, 2002 File File Download Report (73.64 KB) TANF should be adjusted to strengthen aid to the unemployed poor and help states manage caseload costs during periods of higher unemployment. Research Areas Social safety net Tags Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) State programs, budgets Unemployment and unemployment insurance