American Ideas of Equality

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The book explores the evolving concept of equality in American society, tracing its historical development from the founding of the republic to contemporary times. It examines how cultural history, political and economic structures, and communication technologies have influenced societal views on equality. Key periods analyzed include the era of the self-made man, the New Deal, post-World War II, and the Civil Rights movement. The narrative culminates in an analysis of how these historical shifts have contributed to current political and social controversies surrounding equality.