Examines the relationship between free markets and social justice through the exploration of seven basic themes, including the myth of laissez-faire, and the puzzle of human rationality, and argues that people's choices and judgments often vary from what traditional economists predict and must be considered when designing policies.
Offers teaching ideas, classroom narratives, and hands-on examples designed to help teachers promote the values of community, justice, and equality while building their students' academic skills.
Discusses how nonviolent weapons have been used to overthrow dictators, obstruct military invaders, and secure human rights throughout the twentieth century.
Contains short stories, poems, biographical accounts, and essays about justice -- what it is, who determines it, how to achieve it for all, and how to protect the right to it.
Explains how women can move beyond passive activism to making a far-reaching impact on the world, recounting the stories of women who have made a difference and offering advice on how to set realistic goals and follow up by identifying and focusing on the most readily available resources.
the epic story of Reconstruction through the lives of the first Black congressmen
Dray, Philip
2010
Draws on archival documents and congressional records to describe the efforts of the first African-American congressmen during the Reconstruction period to establish reforms such as public education and equal rights, and the humiliation and prejudice they encountered from their white opponents.
