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“From the earliest colonial days [in America], local governments took responsibility for their poor. However, able-bodied men and women generally were not supported by the taxpayers unless they worked.”

Quote by Thomas G. West

Book:Vindicating the Founders: Race, Sex, Class, and Justice in the Origins of America

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Vindicating the Founders: Race, Sex, Class, and Justice in the Origins of America

This book delves into the origins of America, examining the foundational social issues of race, sex, class, and justice as they pertained to the nation's founders. It provides an in-depth analysis of the historical context and the challenges faced by the early American society. more

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Thomas G. West, born in 1945, is a renowned figure in the unknown field. His biography and contributions are not widely documented, but his influence in the field is significant. more

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