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A fascinating account of the role of railroad leaders themselves in the struggle over regulation.' Harry N. Scheiber, Dartmouth CollegeGovernment regulation of the railroads is probably the most important example of federal intervention in the economy from the Civil War to World War I. It is also a key to an assessment of the impulses and motives behind Progressivism. In Railroads and Regulation, Gabriel Kolko presents a case study of the relationship of the economy to the political process in the United States during the years from 1877 to 1916.The author discusses the extent to which the railroad industry encouraged and relied on national political solutionssuch as the creation of the first significant federal regulatory agency, the Interstate Commerce Commission, in 1887to its economic problems. He shows how this reliance created a pattern of interdependence between economic and political power that set a precedent for government regulation of the economy in the twentieth century. Drawing on new material and manuscript sources, Dr. Kolko describes the roles of the railroad men in the movement for federal regulation. The attitudes of the railroads toward regulation are placed in the broader context of the determination of governmental economic policiespolicies frequently formulated in response to railroad pressure.Dr. Kolko traces the continuity in governmental regulation between 1877 and 1900 and during the administration of Roosevelt, Taft, and Wilson, with fresh material of Progressive leaders in the period from 1910 to 1916. He analyzes the origin of each major federal railroad act and the contending forces trying to shape the legislation, and gives an illuminating discussion of the relationship of the state and federal regulation.Railroads and Regulation, 18771916 was awarded the Transportation History Prize of the Organization of American Historians.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Railroads and Regulation, 1877-1916'? A: 'Railroads and Regulation, 1877-1916' explores the relationship between the railroad industry and government regulation in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Gabriel Kolko, a noted historian known for his work on economic history and regulation.
- Q: What historical period does the book cover? A: The book covers the period from 1877 to 1916, focusing on the evolution of railroad regulation during this time.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic research, as it provides a detailed analysis of governmental policies and their impact on the railroad industry.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Railroads and Regulation, 1877-1916' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of its subject matter.
- Q: What key themes are discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the interplay between economic and political power, the role of railroad leaders in advocating for regulation, and the history of federal regulatory agencies.
- Q: When was 'Railroads and Regulation, 1877-1916' published? A: The book was published on September 17, 1970.
- Q: What recognition has this book received? A: 'Railroads and Regulation, 1877-1916' was awarded the Transportation History Prize by the Organization of American Historians.
- Q: What makes this book unique in its field? A: The book is unique for its in-depth investigation into the motivations behind railroad regulation and the contributions of railroad leaders, backed by new material and manuscript sources.