Labor supports full employment as a goal of national policy because workers' security is connected to the general health of the economy and the society. To lay the groundwork for achieving that goal, the following are discussed: (1) causes of unemployment; and (2) the mechanism for achieving full employment. (PS)

The concept of full employment must relate government policy to the following: (1) improved quality of life; (2) private-public relations; and (3) the data needed for accountable decision making. Seven elements are suggested which will lay the groundwork for change. Historical government action on full employment is reviewed. (PS)

"The Quality-of-Life Action" conference was held to: (1) involve more people in activities relating to economic well-being; (2) plan for responsible growth and environmental preservation; and (3) involve people in quality-of-life legislation. Included is the conference's draft of a "Proposed Berkeley Ordinance on Quality-of-Life…

Conditions for most black families are getting worse both absolutely as well as relative to whites. The following aspects of this situation are discussed: (1) economic determinants, especially unemployment; and (2) changes in family structure as a means of strengthening black families. (PS)