The Triumph of Conservatism [Paperback] Gabriel Kolko

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Gabriel Kolko’s "The Triumph of Conservatism" offers a critical reassessment of the Progressive Era, arguing that reforms from 1900 to 1916 were orchestrated by business leaders aiming to control competition and strengthen their dominance. Contrary to the traditional view of reformers opposing big business, Kolko reveals how corporate interests leveraged government power to establish a system of "political capitalism," using regulation to secure stability and consolidate influence rather than promote free-market competition. This work provides a nuanced understanding of the interplay between business and state during a pivotal period in American history.