Gurdon Ransom Miller
''Social Insurance in the United States'' is a book written by Gurdon Ransom Miller and published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the social insurance system in the United States at the time. The author examines the various types of social insurance programs that existed in the country, including workers’ compensation, health insurance, and old-age pensions. Miller also discusses the historical context of social insurance in the United States, tracing its origins back to the early 20th century and the progressive movement. The book explores the challenges faced by the social insurance system, including the lack of uniformity and coordination among different programs, as well as the resistance of some employers and politicians to the idea of social insurance. Miller also discusses the potential benefits of social insurance, including the reduction of poverty and the promotion of social welfare. Overall, ''Social Insurance in the United States'' provides a valuable historical perspective on the development of social insurance in the country and its impact on American society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
