How Government Built America

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'This lively book offers an accessible window into vital debates about the role of government in society that have run throughout the history of the United States. Even in the face of today's sharp political disagreements - perhaps especially because of them - readers will learn a lot from the authors' measured, pragmatic perspectives.' Cary Coglianese, University of Pennsylvania 'Shapiro and Tomain provide a vital - and perfectly timed - reminder that the U.S. government, with all its flaws, is an indispensable aid to Americans' life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.' Rogan Kersh, former Provost, Wake Forest University 'How Government Built America is a must read for those who want to understand the challenges facing government agencies whose important, often life-saving work is opposed by mercenary interests.' David Michaels, former head of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration 'As we enter a period of increasingly challenging and high-stakes debates over public policy, inequality, and sustainability, this book offers a needed reminder of the power wielded by politics and policy-and the people who shape them.' K. Sabeel Rahman, former President of Demos 'The authors make a compelling case that market regulation is government's most important role. The pull and tug between corporate power and government regulation is always in play. Read this book. You will learn a ton, and you will keep turning the pages.' David Vladeck, former Director, FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection