Between 1873 and 1935, reformers in Chicago used the power of music to unify the diverse peoples of the metropolis. This text presents a history of efforts to propagate this vision and describes the resulting encounters between activists and ethnic, immigrant and working-class r…
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"Despite its fascinating history, the attention paid by North American historians to Uruguay, a nation nestled in the corner of South America between Argentina and Brazil, is scant when compared to that shown to its neighbors. A major portion of the Uruguayan story revolves arou…
Who were the Progressive reformers arguing with? The answer might surprise you. Drawing together a veritable powerhouse of scholars from across the political spectrum, In Defense of the Founders Republic examines the historical roots of these critics as well as their potential c…
Radicals such as socialists, syndicalists, and anarchists are often thought of as marginal in American history. However, in the early decades of the twentieth century, progressives-those who sought to regulate big business, reduce class conflict, and ameliorate urban poverty-too…
Contends that ideas concerning radicalism were always an important part of progressivism, showing that acceptable limits established by progressives regarding radical propaganda, organization, and strike behavior became established law and policy.
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Covering the individuals, themes, and moments that shaped this important Progressive Era in American history, this reference spans 25 years of reform and provides multidisciplinary insights into the period. During the Progressive Era, influential thinkers and activists made eff…
Presenting a detailed look at the individuals, themes, and moments that shaped this important Progressive Era in American history, this valuable reference spans 25 years of reform and provides multidisciplinary insights into the period. During the Progressive Era, influential th…
A practical guide to effecting change in today's world from Senator Bernie Sanders. Throughout the 2016 Presidential campaign, Sanders promised voters a future to believe in through his progressive platform and a vision for America worth fighting for. This vision calls for an ec…