The nineteenth-century labor movement argued that: question 4 options: concentrated capital was not the enemy but that corrupt politicians were. extremes of wealth and poverty threatened democracy. strikes and walkouts were exclusively a male preserve. meaningful freedom could exist in conditions of economic inequality, but only if the government did not oppress workers. capital should be concentrated among the laborers.

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John Sparks

13 November, 08:18

The nineteenth-century labor movement argued that: question 4 options: concentrated capital was not the enemy but that corrupt politicians were. extremes of wealth and poverty threatened democracy. strikes and walkouts were exclusively a male preserve. meaningful freedom could exist in conditions of economic inequality, but only if the government did not oppress workers. capital should be concentrated among the laborers.

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Ernesto Skinner · Answer 1

Answer: extremes of wealth and poverty threatened democracy.

The nineteenth-century labor movement came about because of the workers need of protection of their common interest.

Americans in the industrial sector, organized labor unions to fight for better wages, fair working hours and safer working conditions. In 2009, almost 12% belonged to labor unions. The movement argued about extremes of wealth and poverty threatened democracy.