The Political Thought of Woodrow Wilson, 1875-1910

The Political Thought of Woodrow Wilson, 1875-1910
Author: Niels Aage Thorsen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2014
Genre: HISTORY
ISBN:

Niels Thorsen argues that Woodrow Wilson was one of America's most important political scientists. Focusing on the period from Wilson's early years until he was elected Governor of New Jersey, this work shows why he deserves a prominent place in the history of American political thought, even apart from his later attainments in the political arena. His book Congressional Government, his seminal article on "The Study of Public Administration," and his textbook on The State were important contributions during the formative years of academic political science in America. In contrast to those who propose psychological explanations of Wilson's early interest in political problems, Thorsen contends that the crisis of the election of 1876 against the backdrop of the Civil War was decisive in turning Wilson's attention to political ideas.Implying the abandonment of a more traditional form of political thought based on the social contract and on constitutionalism, egalitarianism, and common sense, Wilson linked his conclusions about the nature of politics to the rise of the social and economic sciences. Distinctive in his academic work were ideas about social and economic diversification as the condition for the growth of national power, and about political leadership asserted at home and abroad as a way to overcome traditional American fears about centralized power.Originally published in 1988.The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

The Moralist

The Moralist
Author: Patricia O'Toole
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Total Pages: 656
Release: 2019-04-16
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0743298101

Acclaimed author Patricia O’Toole’s “superb” (The New York Times) account of Woodrow Wilson, one of the most high-minded, consequential, and controversial US presidents. A “gripping” (USA TODAY) biography, The Moralist is “an essential contribution to presidential history” (Booklist, starred review). “In graceful prose and deep scholarship, Patricia O’Toole casts new light on the presidency of Woodrow Wilson” (Star Tribune, Minneapolis). The Moralist shows how Wilson was a progressive who enjoyed unprecedented success in leveling the economic playing field, but he was behind the times on racial equality and women’s suffrage. As a Southern boy during the Civil War, he knew the ravages of war, and as president he refused to lead the country into World War I until he was convinced that Germany posed a direct threat to the United States. Once committed, he was an admirable commander-in-chief, yet he also presided over the harshest suppression of political dissent in American history. After the war Wilson became the world’s most ardent champion of liberal internationalism—a democratic new world order committed to peace, collective security, and free trade. With Wilson’s leadership, the governments at the Paris Peace Conference in 1919 founded the League of Nations, a federation of the world’s democracies. The creation of the League, Wilson’s last great triumph, was quickly followed by two crushing blows: a paralyzing stroke and the rejection of the treaty that would have allowed the United States to join the League. Ultimately, Wilson’s liberal internationalism was revived by Franklin D. Roosevelt and it has shaped American foreign relations—for better and worse—ever since. A cautionary tale about the perils of moral vanity and American overreach in foreign affairs, The Moralist “does full justice to Wilson’s complexities” (The Wall Street Journal).

Economic Thought

Economic Thought
Author: Heinz D. Kurz
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2016-05-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0231540752

In this concise yet comprehensive history, Heinz D. Kurz traces the long arc of economic thought from its emergence in ancient Greece to its systematic presentation among the classical thinkers of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries to the influential work of scholars such as Paul Samuelson and Kenneth J. Arrow. With a keen eye for how economic insights are acquired, lost, and reborn, Kurz focuses on the dynamic individuals who give old ideas new life and the historical events that provoke different approaches and theories. Over the course of this journey, Kurz explains what Adam Smith meant by the "invisible hand"; how Karl Marx's "law of motion" works in capitalist economies; the roots of the Austrian economists' emphasis on the problems of information, incomplete knowledge, and uncertainty; John Maynard Keynes's principle of effective demand and economic stabilization; and the insights and challenges offered by growth theory, welfare economics, game theory, and more. He concludes with a deft summation of world economists' major concerns today and their critical relation to world events.

The Fourteen Points Speech

The Fourteen Points Speech
Author: Woodrow Wilson
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2017-06-17
Genre:
ISBN: 9781548159412

This Squid Ink Classic includes the full text of the work plus MLA style citations for scholarly secondary sources, peer-reviewed journal articles and critical essays for when your teacher requires extra resources in MLA format for your research paper.

Life and Money

Life and Money
Author: Ute Astrid Tellmann
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Total Pages: 350
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0231544073

Life and Money uncovers the contentious history of the boundary between economy and politics in liberalism. Ute Tellmann traces the shifting ontologies for defining economic necessity. She argues that our understanding of the malleability of economic relations has been displaced by colonial hierarchies of civilization and the biopolitics of the nation. Bringing economics into conversation with political theory, cultural economy, postcolonial thought, and history, Tellmann gives a radically novel interpretation of scarcity and money in terms of materiality, temporality, and affect. The book investigates the conceptual shifts regarding economic order during two moments of profound crisis in the history of liberalism. In the wake of the French Revolution, Thomas Robert Malthus’s notion of population linked liberalism to a sense of economic necessity that stands counter to political promises of equality. During the Great Depression, John Maynard Keynes’s writings on money proved crucial for the invention of macroeconomic theory and signaled the birth of the managed economy. Both periods, Tellmann shows, entail a displacement of the malleability of the economic. By tracing this conceptual history, Life and Money opens up liberalism, including our neoliberal present, to a new sense of economic and political possibility.

Trade and Nation

Trade and Nation
Author: Emily Erikson
Publisher: Middle Range Series
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2021-02-23
Genre:
ISBN: 9780231184342

In the seventeenth century, English economic theorists lost interest in the moral status of exchange and became increasingly concerned with the roots of national prosperity. Emily Erikson brings together historical, comparative, and computational methods to explain the institutional forces that brought about this transformation.

The new freedom : a call for the emancipation of the generous energies of a people

The new freedom : a call for the emancipation of the generous energies of a people
Author: Woodrow Wilson
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2024-04-29
Genre: History
ISBN:

Step into the realm of political philosophy and societal transformation with Woodrow Wilson's "The New Freedom: A Call for the Emancipation of the Generous Energies of a People." Prepare to embark on an inspiring journey towards social and economic progress as Wilson articulates a bold vision for a more just and equitable society. Join Wilson as he champions the cause of individual liberty and collective empowerment, urging citizens to unleash their boundless potential in pursuit of a brighter future. Through stirring rhetoric and impassioned advocacy, he calls for a fundamental reimagining of the relationship between government and the governed. Explore the themes and motifs that resonate throughout Wilson's call to action, from the importance of economic opportunity to the need for social justice and political reform. His vision of the "new freedom" envisions a society where every individual has the chance to fulfill their dreams and contribute to the common good. Embark on a profound character analysis as Wilson examines the qualities and virtues that define a free and democratic society. From the resilience of the common people to the integrity of visionary leaders, he offers insights into the essential ingredients for building a more inclusive and equitable world. The overall tone of "The New Freedom" is one of hope and optimism, as Wilson inspires readers to embrace the possibilities of collective action and social change. His message resonates with timeless ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity, offering a roadmap for realizing the full potential of a democratic society. Since its publication, Wilson's manifesto has inspired generations of activists, reformers, and policymakers to strive for a more just and equitable world. His ideas continue to shape political discourse and influence public policy, offering a guiding light for those who seek to build a better future. As you immerse yourself in Wilson's vision of the "new freedom," you'll be inspired by his passionate advocacy for social justice and economic opportunity. His words challenge us to think critically about the values that define our society and to work tirelessly to realize the promise of democracy for all. Don't miss your chance to join Woodrow Wilson in his call for the emancipation of the generous energies of a people. Let "The New Freedom" inspire you to imagine a world where liberty, justice, and opportunity are within reach of every citizen. Grab your copy now and join the movement for social and economic progress.

Reconsidering Woodrow Wilson

Reconsidering Woodrow Wilson
Author: Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Publisher: Woodrow Wilson Center Press
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2008-09-30
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780801890741

Some of today’s premier experts on Woodrow Wilson contribute to this new collection of essays about the former statesman, portraying him as a complex, even paradoxical president. Reconsidering Woodrow Wilson reveals a person who was at once an international idealist, a structural reformer of the nation’s economy, and a policy maker who was simultaneously accommodating, indifferent, resistant, and hostile to racial and gender reform. Wilson’s progressivism is discussed in chapters by biographer John Milton Cooper and historians Trygve Throntveit and W. Elliot Brownlee. Wilson’s philosophy about race and nation is taken up by Gary Gerstle, and his gender politics discussed by Victoria Bissel Brown. The seeds of Wilsonianism are considered in chapters by Mark T. Gilderhus on Wilson’s Latin American diplomacy and war; Geoffrey R. Stone on Wilson’s suppression of seditious speech; and Lloyd Ambrosius on entry into World War I. Emily S. Rosenberg and Frank Ninkovich explore the impact of Wilson’s internationalism on capitalism and diplomacy; Martin Walker sets out the echoes of Wilson’s themes in the cold war; and Anne-Marie Slaughter suggests how Wilson might view the promotion of liberal democracy today. These essays were originally written for a celebration of Wilson’s 150th birthday sponsored by the official national memorial to Wilson—the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars—in collaboration with the Woodrow Wilson House. That daylong symposium examined some of the most important and controversial areas of Wilson’s political life and presidency.

The Political Thought of Woodrow Wilson, 1875-1910

The Political Thought of Woodrow Wilson, 1875-1910
Author: Niels Aage Thorsen
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2014-07-14
Genre: History
ISBN: 140085931X

Niels Thorsen argues that Woodrow Wilson was one of America's most important political scientists. Focusing on the period from Wilson's early years until he was elected Governor of New Jersey, this work shows why he deserves a prominent place in the history of American political thought, even apart from his later attainments in the political arena. His book Congressional Government, his seminal article on "The Study of Public Administration," and his textbook on The State were important contributions during the formative years of academic political science in America. In contrast to those who propose psychological explanations of Wilson's early interest in political problems, Thorsen contends that the crisis of the election of 1876 against the backdrop of the Civil War was decisive in turning Wilson's attention to political ideas. Implying the abandonment of a more traditional form of political thought based on the social contract and on constitutionalism, egalitarianism, and common sense, Wilson linked his conclusions about the nature of politics to the rise of the social and economic sciences. Distinctive in his academic work were ideas about social and economic diversification as the condition for the growth of national power, and about political leadership asserted at home and abroad as a way to overcome traditional American fears about centralized power. Originally published in 1988. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Why Wilson Matters

Why Wilson Matters
Author: Tony Smith
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2019-01-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0691183481

How Woodrow Wilson's vision of making the world safe for democracy has been betrayed—and how America can fulfill it again The liberal internationalist tradition is credited with America's greatest triumphs as a world power—and also its biggest failures. Beginning in the 1940s, imbued with the spirit of Woodrow Wilson’s efforts at the League of Nations to "make the world safe for democracy," the United States steered a course in world affairs that would eventually win the Cold War. Yet in the 1990s, Wilsonianism turned imperialist, contributing directly to the invasion of Iraq in 2003 and the continued failures of American foreign policy. Why Wilson Matters explains how the liberal internationalist community can regain a sense of identity and purpose following the betrayal of Wilson’s vision by the brash “neo-Wilsonianism” being pursued today. Drawing on Wilson’s original writings and speeches, Tony Smith traces how his thinking about America’s role in the world evolved in the years leading up to and during his presidency, and how the Wilsonian tradition went on to influence American foreign policy in the decades that followed—for good and for ill. He traces the tradition’s evolution from its “classic” era with Wilson, to its “hegemonic” stage during the Cold War, to its “imperialist” phase today. Smith calls for an end to reckless forms of U.S. foreign intervention, and a return to the prudence and “eternal vigilance” of Wilson’s own time. Why Wilson Matters renews hope that the United States might again become effectively liberal by returning to the sense of realism that Wilson espoused, one where the promotion of democracy around the world is balanced by the understanding that such efforts are not likely to come quickly and without costs.