Public control proposals and railroad regulation debate
A historical discussion outlines expanding government oversight of interstate railways and utilities. It argues for the Interstate Commerce Commission to supervise securities, rates, and mergers, with public representatives ensuring accountability and preventing corporate abuses. It also weighs the risks of excessive regulation against unchecked monopoly power.
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Labor and Government Must Regulate Great Corporations
The speaker argues for increased federal power to curb interstate corporations, regulate securities, abolish rebates, and impose short franchises. He calls for guardianship of mines and forests, labor protections, an eight hour day, and higher court salaries, warning against unchecked wealth and scattered political power.
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Great’ Interstate Corporation
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