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551 | John Cassidy: The Rise of Capitalism's Critics on the Nationalist Right and Democratic Socialist Left

The Realignment

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The Evolution of Capitalism: Reflecting on Manufacturing's Role in Society

This chapter examines the negative impacts of capitalism during the Industrial Revolution and its ongoing effects on today's political climate. It addresses the longing for manufacturing jobs, the role of unions in improving labor conditions, and the challenges of de-industrialization in contemporary economic debates.

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