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Schools Of Democracy: A Political History Of The American Labor Movement
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In This New Political History Of The Labor Movement, Clayton Sinyai Examines The Relationship Between Labor Activism And The American Democratic Tradition. Sinyai Shows How America'S Working People And Union Leaders Debated The First Questions Of Democratic Theoryand In The Process Educated Themselves About The Rights And Responsibilities Of Democratic Citizenship.In Tracing The Course Of The American Labor Movement From The Founding Of The Knights Of Labor In The 1870S To The 1968 Presidential Election And Its Aftermath, Sinyai Explores The Political Dimensions Of Collective Bargaining, The Structures Of Unions And Businesses, And Labor'S Relationships With Political Parties And Other Social Movements. Schools Of Democracy Analyzes How Labor Activists Wrestled With Fundamental Aspects Of Political Philosophy And The Development Of American Democracy, Including Majority Rule Versus Individual Liberty, The Rule Of Law, And The Qualifications Required Of Citizens Of A Democracy. Offering A Balanced Assessment Of Mainstream Leaders Of American Labor, From Samuel Gompers To George Meany, And Their Radical Critics, Including The Socialists And The Industrial Workers Of The World, Sinyai Provides An Unusual And Refreshing Perspective On American Labor History.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Schools of Democracy'? A: 'Schools of Democracy' primarily examines the relationship between labor activism and the American democratic tradition, exploring how labor leaders and workers debated democratic theory.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Schools of Democracy' is Clayton Sinyai.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'Schools of Democracy' is available as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Schools of Democracy' have? A: 'Schools of Democracy' has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Schools of Democracy' published? A: 'Schools of Democracy' was published on March 31, 2006.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding the labor movement? A: The book covers various topics including the political dimensions of collective bargaining, union structures, labor's relationships with political parties, and the philosophical aspects of democracy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in labor history? A: Yes, 'Schools of Democracy' is suitable for readers interested in labor history, political philosophy, and the development of American democracy.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'Schools of Democracy' is the first edition.
- Q: Does the book discuss both mainstream and radical labor leaders? A: Yes, 'Schools of Democracy' offers a balanced assessment of both mainstream labor leaders and their radical critics.