Write a brief history of the evolution of our government /social response to a particular social problem or social policy

Write a brief history of the evolution of our government /social response to a particular social problem or social policy. You will develop expertise in this area, so think carefully about what you pick. First parts of the paper should include the policy, what is the issue. How has it changed over time. How did it come to the attention of the policy matter. Second part of the paper should include what is wrong with the policy, how can it be improved to be more equitable. Some policy's can be child welfare, criminal justice, mental health, substance abuse, housing, immigration, food security, poverty. You can choose anyone if you'd like.