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Laissez-faire dominance and consequences; the impact of the ending of the frontier.
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The Era of Reconstruction and the Gilded Age, 1865–1890
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Laissez-faire dominance and consequences; the impact of the ending of the frontier
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What was a key feature of the Gilded Age in the United States?
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The Gilded Age was characterized by a strong belief in laissez-faire capitalism, where the government took a hands-off approach to the economy.
Key terms
- Laissez-faire: An economic philosophy of free-market capitalism that opposes government intervention in business affairs.
- Gilded Age: A term used to describe the late 19th century in America, characterized by rapid economic growth, industrialization, and social issues.
Common trap
Overgeneralizing the impact of laissez-faire policies: It's important to balance the discussion by highlighting both the economic growth and the exploitation of labor that occurred during this period.
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