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“The first and continuing argument for the curtailment of working hours and the raising of the minimum age was that education was necessary in a democracy and working children could not attend school.”

Quote by Grace Abbott

Book:The Child and the State: Legal status in the family. Apprenticeship and child labor

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The Child and the State: Legal status in the family. Apprenticeship and child labor

The book delves into the historical and contemporary legal frameworks surrounding the rights and protections of children in familial and labor contexts. It examines the roles of apprenticeship and child labor in shaping the legal status of children, providing a comprehensive analysis of the subject. more

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Grace Abbott, born on November 17, 1878, and died on June 19, 1939, was a prominent American social worker. She is known for her contributions to the fields of immigration and child welfare, particularly for her role in promoting the role of the federal government in social services. more

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