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Political and Industrial Democracy: 1776-1926

Political and Industrial Democracy: 1776-1926

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Labor20th Century United States HistoryGeneral Political Science

ISBN10: 1025916190
ISBN13: 9781025916194
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 394
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Political and Industrial Democracy, 1776-1926 provides an insightful exploration of the historical evolution of democratic ideals within both the political and economic frameworks of American life. Author W. Jett Lauck examines the journey from the founding principles of 1776 to the complex industrial realities of the post-World War I era, arguing that the true fulfillment of democracy requires its extension into the workplace.

Through a detailed analysis of labor movements, management strategies, and legislative shifts, Lauck explores how the struggle for representation and self-governance moved beyond the ballot box and into the factory. The work highlights the various attempts to establish a more equitable balance of power between capital and labor, reflecting on the institutional changes necessary to sustain a free society in an age of rapid industrialization. This volume is a significant contribution to the study of social and economic history, offering a thorough account of how democratic values have been interpreted and fought for in the industrial sphere. It remains a crucial text for understanding the foundations of modern labor relations and the long-standing efforts to harmonize economic production with human rights and civic liberty.

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