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Plain History: The Gilded Age

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Character and Trust in the Gilded Age Economy

This chapter explores J.P. Morgan's view on character and its connection to social networks and financial dealings during the Gilded Age. It juxtaposes individualism with insider practices, revealing the crucial role of trust and loyalty among elites in a competitive economic climate.

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