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Frozen Dreams: How a Family Agricultural Empire Exposed the Dark Side of American Capitalism

Keen On America

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From Tradition to Mechanization: A Family Farm's Legacy

This chapter examines the evolution of a family agricultural business as it transitions from traditional farming to mechanization in the 20th century. It contrasts the perspectives of two generations on labor issues, detailing the grandfather's anti-union views against the father's pro-union stance, while exploring the complexities of seasonal labor and the role of immigrant workers. The narrative reflects on the broader implications of agricultural capitalism and the challenges that have persisted despite technological advancements.

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