When movements matter : the Townsend plan and the rise of social security / Edwin Amenta.

Author/creator Amenta, Edwin, 1957-
Format Book
Publication InfoPrinceton, N.J. : Princeton University Press, ©2006.
Descriptionviii, 322 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
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SeriesPrinceton studies in American politics
Princeton studies in American politics. ^A308870
Contents Introduction : the Townsend plan's image problem -- Success or consequences, and U.S. social movements -- How the West was won over -- Behind the Townsend plan's rise and initial impact -- The Townsend plan versus social security -- A national challenger -- Dr. Townsend, now at the helm -- The rise of a pension movement -- The Townsend plan versus social security, part 2 -- The elusive double victory -- Conclusion : a hero for the aged?.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [245]-310) and index.
LCCN 2005032896
ISBN0691124736 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN9780691124735

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Joyner General Stacks HD7105.35 U6 A45 2006 ✔ Available Place Hold