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The Transformation of Domestic Labor in 1920s America
This chapter discusses the decline in demand for domestic servants in 1920s America, leading to a shortage and a shift in societal expectations. It explores the reasons why women left domestic service roles and the implications for working-class women, emphasizing the role of home economists in perpetuating gender and racial inequalities.