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Single mothers earn less than women without children, even with the same level of education. This selection examines discrimination single mothers sometimes face.

1. What are some common assumptions about single mothers?
2. Why do you think working mothers sometimes face discrimination when applying for a job?
3. Why do you think discrimination against single mothers is legal in some places?
4. What policies do you think would help single mothers in the workforce?