America's founding fathers established an idealistic framework for a bold experiment in democratic governance. The new nation would be built on the belief that “all men are created equal; and are endowed...with a right to life; liberty; and the pursuit of happiness.†The challenge of turning these ideals into reality for all citizens was taken up by a set of exceptional American women. Distinguished scholar and civic leader Claire Gaudiani calls these women “social entrepreneurs;†arguing that they brought the same drive and strategic intent to their pursuit of “the greater good†that their male counterparts applied to building the nation's capital markets throughout the nineteenth century. Gaudiani tells the stories of these patriotic women; and their creation of America's unique not-for-profit; or “social profit†sector. She concludes that the idealism and optimism inherent in this work provided an important asset to the increasing prosperity of the nation from its founding to the Second World War. Social entrepreneurs have defined a system of governance “by the people;†and they remain our best hope for continued moral leadership in the world.
#196328 in Books 2014-08-27Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.40 x .60 x 6.40l; #File Name: 1608010953215 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Reads a little like a history book but does provide the backgroundBy Larry F.Reads a little like a history book but does provide the background; timeline and story behind the worst hardships against humanity that Americans placed upon black slaves during this time; or any; in the country's history.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great book. I have had the pleasure of meeting ...By Keilah SpannGreat book. I have had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Seck on several occasions and visiting the Whitney Plantation which he heads up. He has done an incredible job in both his historical research and his work at the Whitney Slave Museum.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Mary ChartersWell researched; thoughtful book on the true builders of our nation.
