I think you'll discover a perspective that was sorely missing from the Parade article. President Clinton's day care initiative failed because the people who most likely were to benefit from the tax credits were couples whose incomes were well above the median and the day care center industry for which CCAC advocates. Surveys and opinion polls consistently indicate that this is a widespread concern. Almost seven million families in the United Sates have an at-home parent. The economic sacrifices are great, but the outcome cannot be legislated.
Parents DO provide something unique to children.
Mothers At Home stands ready to serve as a resource.