John R. Commons' 'Races & Immigrants in USA' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the complex issue of race and immigration in the United States. Written in a meticulous and scholarly style, Commons explores the historical context of immigration and its impact on the social and economic landscape of the country. Drawing on sociological and historical research, the book offers a comprehensive analysis of the experiences of different racial and ethnic groups in America. Commons' literary approach combines empirical data with engaging storytelling, making it an accessible and compelling read for both academics and general readers alike. John R. Commons, a pioneering economist and sociologist, was a leading figure in the Progressive Era known for his contributions to labor studies and social reform. His firsthand experience working with immigrant communities and advocating for fair labor practices deeply influenced his writing on race and immigration. 'Races & Immigrants in USA' reflects Commons' commitment to social justice and his dedication to studying the complexities of American society. I highly recommend 'Races & Immigrants in USA' to anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the historical and social dynamics surrounding race and immigration in the United States. Commons' insightful analysis and profound insights make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to engage with these important issues.
Zusammenfassung
"All men are created equal." So wrote Thomas Jefferson, and so agreed with him the delegates from the American colonies. But we must not press them too closely nor insist on the literal interpretation of their words. They were not publishing a scientific treatise on human nature nor describing the physical, intellectual, and moral qualities of different races and different individuals, but they were bent upon a practical object in politics. They desired to sustain before the world the cause of independence by such appeals as they thought would have effect; and certainly the appeal to the sense of equal rights before God and the law is the most powerful that can be addressed to the masses of any people. This is the very essence of American democracy, that one man should have just as large opportunity as any other to make the most of himself, to come forward and achieve high standing in any calling to which he is inclined. To do this the bars of privilege have one by one been thrown down, the suffrage has been extended to every man, and public office has been opened to any one who can persuade his fellow-voters or their representatives to select him."