Working Americans 1880 2012 Social Movements

Download or read book Working Americans, 1880-2012: Social movements written by Scott Derks and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: V. 7. "This second edition of Working Americans 1880-2016, Volume VII: Social Movements explores the various ways Americans felt called upon to challenge accepted convention, whether the issue was cigarette smoking in 1901 or fighting the construction of a massive hydroelectric dam in 1956. The study of grassroots American protest highlights topics championed by America's conservatives, liberals and the deeply concerned. Some acted out of gratitude, like the young man who supported the Orphan Train, or anger, such as the ex-soldier who conducted guerilla warfare demonstrations for Vietnam Veterans Against the War. Some wanted better labor conditions, less kissing in silent films, more attention to the environment, fewer prayers in schools, or the right to marry the person of their choice. Not all were successful, but they all took a stand."--Publisher's description.