How did George's writings influence the 19th-century American society?
Caused Political Uproar
Sparked Several Reform Movements
Led to Increased Military Spending
Decreased Interest in Economics
Answer
Several reform movements in the United States in the 19th century were sparked by the writings of George, including the anti-slavery movement, the women's suffrage movement, and the labor movement. George argued that the concentration of land ownership in the hands of a few wealthy individuals was the root cause of poverty and social inequality.
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