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The Tariff in Our Times

By Ida M. Tarbell
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A narrative history traces U.S. tariff policy from its original role as a temporary wartime revenue measure through recurring financial panics and the rise of protectionist arguments. It recounts major legislative battles, political and business influences, and shifting public opinion that produced successive tariff acts, examining how economic crises, partisan maneuvering, and vested interests reshaped policy. The account combines chronological description of bills and debates with analysis of practical effects on industry and trade, and concludes with intellectual and moral reflections on how tariff-making often diverged from popular expectations.

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Ida M. Tarbell

Ida M. Tarbell (1857-1944) was an influential American journalist and author, best known for her pioneering work in investigative journalism. She gained prominence with her detailed exposé, "The History of the Standard Oil Company," which played a significant role in the trust-busting movement of the early 20th century. Tarbell's writing often focused on social issues and the lives of notable historical figures, as seen in her biographies of Napoleon Bonaparte and Abraham Lincoln. In addition to her investigative work, she authored several autobiographical and reflective pieces, including "All in the Day's Work: An Autobiography," showcasing her experiences and insights as a woman in a predominantly male profession.

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