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“Our idea of what constitutes social good has advanced with the procession of the ages, from those desperate times when just to keep body and soul together was an achievement, to the great present when "good" includes an agreeable, stable civilization accessible to all, the opportunity of each to develop his particular genius and the privilege of mutual usefulness.”

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People at work

This book delves into the social and psychological aspects of work environments, exploring the relationships and behaviors of individuals in professional settings. more

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Frances Perkins
Frances Perkins

Frances Perkins was the first woman to serve in a presidential cabinet in the United States, serving as the Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. She is renowned for her advocacy of labor rights and social welfare policies, and her efforts to enhance working conditions and wages for American workers. more

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