An Undiscovered Gem from the 1930s
In the vast ocean of literature, sometimes certain works remain overlooked despite their profound messages and potential impact. Such is the case with the provocative volume first published in 1936 titled Who Owns America?: A Declaration of Independence.
Herbert Agar, Allen Tate, and Their Quest for Decentralization
Edited by the distinguished Herbert Agar and the celebrated poet Allen Tate, Who Owns America? presents arguments from a group of 21 contributors often labeled conservative. However, their brand of conservatism is markedly distinct from what we observe today, as they advocated fervently for the decentralization of power—power they believed had been sequestered by oversized corporate entities.
The Enduring Relevance of Who Owns America?
A Modern Lens on Historical Perspectives
Remarkably, the renaissance of this volume, which transpired in the year 2000 with a fresh preface by Professor Edward S. Shapiro, revealed a text that had not lost its bite over the intervening years. Shapiro and many readers argue that the critiques it harbors against corporate America remain as pertinent now as they were during the book's first publication.
Confronting Corporate Immortality
Richard Ransom's contribution to the anthology provides a notable critique of the notion of corporate permanence. His advocacy for federal chartering of interstate businesses and an imposed limitation on corporate longevity is bold, countering the corporate inertia that favored wealth concentration in the hands of the few.
Corporate Power and Its Democratic Dissonance
The Jeffersonian Ideal versus Industrial Capitalism
Lyle Lanier's chapter underscores the inherent conflict between concentrated economic power and democratic principles, hearkening back to the vision Thomas Jefferson had for America—a mosaic of small businesses and agriculturists.
A Reflection of the Present in the Past
Today's conservative commentators stand as a stark contrast to the authors of Who Owns America?, who saw the monopolistic tendencies of corporate capitalism as antithetical to true democracy and freedom—echoes from colonial resistance to tyranny that founded the country.
Travelling Back in Time
The Modern Traveller and the Legacy of Decentralization
In the contemporary context, the ethos of travel retains a connection to these 20th-century motifs of independence and authenticity. The modern traveller, much like the decentralists of yore, often seeks experiences that are removed from conglomerate dominance. Whether through selecting boutique accommodations or patronizing family-run eateries, the essence of decentralized America resonates with those who traverse its landscapes today.
Puerto Rico (Gran Canaria)
- Servatur Puerto Azul
- Gloria Palace Amadores Thalasso & Hotel
- Ocean Hill Gran Canaria
- Marina Suites Gran Canaria
- Colina Mar Apartments
- Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa
- Maracaibo Puerto Rico
- Morasol Suites Puerto Rico
- Bahía Blanca
- Gran Canaria Puerto Rico
Playa del Ingles (Gran Canaria)
- Hd Parque Cristobal Gran Canaria
- Gran Canaria Princess
- Abora Continental By Lopesan Hotels
- Hl Miraflor Suites
- Labranda Hotel Marieta
- Green Field Gran Canaria
- Hotel Neptuno
- Playa Del Ingles
San Agustin (Gran Canaria)
- Paradisus Gran Canaria
- Abora Interclub Atlantic
- Don Gregory By Dunas
- Gloria Palace San Agustin
- San Agustin Gran Canaria
Maspalomas (Gran Canaria)
- Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity
- Club Maspalomas Suites & Spa
- Riu Palace Meloneras
- Vistaflor Bungalows
- Maspalomas Gran Canaria Holidays