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Frenzied Liberty; The Myth of "A Rich Man's War"

By Otto H. Kahn
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The speaker frames the nation’s war as a just struggle against autocratic oppression and urges unified sacrifice, praising widespread loyalty while condemning a small disloyal minority. He warns that unrestrained liberty, exemplified by upheaval in Russia, produces mob-rule, chaos, and tyranny, and argues for tempered individualism rather than utopian drives toward absolute equality. The address defends ordered liberty, opportunity, and incentive-based reform, criticizes recent arrivals who reject national norms, and advocates legal equality and pragmatic social progress over revolutionary collectivism.

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Otto H. Kahn

Otto H. Kahn was a prominent financier and public figure in the early 20th century, known for his influential writings on economics and public policy. He played a significant role in the financial sector, particularly in the context of the New York Stock Exchange. Kahn's works often addressed the intersection of finance and social issues, as seen in his notable book "Frenzied Liberty; The Myth of 'A Rich Man's War,'" where he critiques the economic motivations behind war. His contributions to discussions on government ownership of railroads and taxation reflect his engagement with contemporary economic debates. Kahn's insights continue to resonate in discussions of finance and public policy.

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