About this book
The Conflict between Private Monopoly and Good Citizenship by John Graham Brooks confronts the tug-of-war between concentrated economic power and democratic responsibility with clarity and moral urgency. Drawing on his experience as president of the National Consumers’ League and the Progressive Era debates of the early 20th century, Brooks traces how private monopolies and unchecked commercialism corrode civic virtues, warp public policy, and distort the moral obligations of business and citizens alike.
Part historical survey, part ethical critique, this economics and political economy work—rooted in social philosophy—examines critics’ observations of American democracy, the rise of corporate power, and practical remedies to align private enterprise with the public good. Brooks balances empirical examples with philosophical reflection, arguing for legal safeguards, civic education, and a renewed sense of collective responsibility without sacrificing analytical rigor.
Ideal for listeners interested in economic history, public policy, business ethics, and political philosophy, this audiobook offers a compact, thought-provoking perspective on why the interplay between private interest and civic duty still matters. Listen to understand the roots of modern debates about regulation, consumer rights, and what it means to be a good citizen in a market society.
