American Ideal: Theodore Roosevelt's Search for American IndividualismLexington Books, 2008 - 233 páginas This book examines the political thought of Theodore Roosevelt, specifically his ceaseless desire and effort to reconcile America's individualistic tradition with the more collectivistic ideals of his Progressive brethren. Many scholars and lay-people alike cast Roosevelt as either "conservative" or "liberal," but his political thought defies so simple an interpretation; it was more nuanced and had a larger purpose than mere ideology. A thorough study of Roosevelt's writings reveals his conviction that the concepts of personal autonomy and civic concern were not mutually exclusive. In fact, Roosevelt argued that it was because the principles of self-reliance and personal freedom were important that it was sometimes necessary for the entire community to use its collective power--and, in some cases, the institutions of the government--to enable individuals to do what they could not do alone. Moreover, while Roosevelt advocated and was responsible for a great expansion in the regulatory powers of the national government, he understood, in contrast to many other Progressive reformers, that inspirational rhetoric and positive example could be as good as institutional reform and the force of law in compelling individuals to support one another in a spirit of civic attachment. In his public writings, Roosevelt sought to shape the American mind in ways that he thought proper. Even his writings on nature, hunting, ranching, and military life were part of his political thought in that they were intended to teach Americans about the importance of balancing those individualistic values that are healthy and vital to a society (discipline, personal responsibility, and a strong work ethic) with such positive collectivistic values as an appreciation for mutual support and a concern for the good of the community. |
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... competition , natural selection , and the increasing demand for economic reform through positive state action . Specifically , Kidd argues that , because progress results from selection , and because selection involves competition , the ...
... competition , natural selection , and the increasing demand for economic reform through positive state action . Specifically , Kidd argues that , because progress results from selection , and because selection involves competition , the ...
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... competition , because society is made more efficient and vigorous by the effect of charity and social legisla- tion that equips members of the lower class with the means to compete in the free marketplace . Thus , Kidd concludes ...
... competition , because society is made more efficient and vigorous by the effect of charity and social legisla- tion that equips members of the lower class with the means to compete in the free marketplace . Thus , Kidd concludes ...
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... competition , but such adequate supervision and regulation as will prevent any restriction of competition from being to the detriment of the public , as well as such supervision and regulation as will prevent other abuses in no way ...
... competition , but such adequate supervision and regulation as will prevent any restriction of competition from being to the detriment of the public , as well as such supervision and regulation as will prevent other abuses in no way ...
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Years of Preparation 2250 | 29 |
The Dude Emerges | 51 |
Hero Tales | 77 |
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