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Trish Kahle on the Labor History of Energy Systems

Peoples & Things

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Exploring Energy Citizenship and Democracy Through the Lens of Coal Miners

This chapter delves into the new book 'Energy Citizenship, Coal, and Democracy in the American Century', discussing the relationship between coal miners and the broader American society from 1880 to 1980. It analyzes how coal miners' activism impacts laws, politics, and energy governance, emphasizing the paradox of being critical yet invested in the energy system. The chapter also touches on the concept of energy citizenship, highlighting the significance of understanding Appalachian studies in comprehending modern American politics.

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