In Defense of the Founders Republic

Who were the progressive reformers arguing with? The answer might surprise you. Drawing together a veritable powerhouse of scholars from across the political spectrum in defense of the founders Republic examines the historical roots of these critics as well as their potential contribution to current debates about government and role of politics and institutions in our constitutional Republic. Profiles and debates across a variety of progressive-era dissenters including politicians community activists political scientists and socialists create a more complete picture of the National conversation and the development of this monumental American political era. With clear contemporary relevance in defense of the founders Republic is required reading for anyone interested in the complete progressive debate.