Right Above Race

Name: Right Above Race
Author: Otto H. Kahn

By Otto H. Kahn

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A collection of argumentative essays urges the United States to pursue a decisive victory in the war and to resist militaristic subversion abroad. The author examines how authoritarian regimes exploit disorder in other countries and cautions that radical movements at home threaten civil liberty. He disputes the notion of a rich man’s war by describing the broad burdens of wartime sacrifice and advocates heavy progressive taxation to finance victory without impairing production. The essays call for sensible social and industrial reforms to remove revolutionary appeal and for national unity that preserves liberty while enforcing the measures needed to defend democratic institutions.

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Otto H. Kahn

Otto H. Kahn was a prominent financier and public figure in the early 20th century, known for his influential writings on economics and public policy. He played a significant role in the financial sector, particularly in the context of the New York Stock Exchange. Kahn's works often addressed the intersection of finance and social issues, as seen in his notable book "Frenzied Liberty; The Myth of 'A Rich Man's War,'" where he critiques the economic motivations behind war. His contributions to discussions on government ownership of railroads and taxation reflect his engagement with contemporary economic debates. Kahn's insights continue to resonate in discussions of finance and public policy.