Assignment Chapter 5 1. Please describe the current controversy surrounding DCF here in Massachusetts. Include an analysis of the Jeremiah Oliver case.

2. Hypothetical: You are running for governor of the state of Massachusetts and someone has asked you the following question: What would you do to protect the most vulnerable citizens of our state- children who are being abused and neglected? Please give a detailed response as to how you would solve the problem.

3. Please give an example of a case of abuse or neglect that is not as clear cut and argue in favor of the parent getting custody back of the child.

4. In most cases, what is the goal in Care and Protection cases? Should this be the goal in every case? Why or why not?