Government Ownership of Railroads, and War Taxation by Otto H. Kahn

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Author Kahn, Otto H., 1867-1934
LoC No. 18022764
Title Government Ownership of Railroads, and War Taxation
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Summary "Government Ownership of Railroads, and War Taxation" by Otto H. Kahn is a critical address delivered at the National Industrial Conference Board in New York, likely during the early 20th century. This book discusses the implications of government ownership of railroads and the taxation policies in the context of World War I. Kahn provides insights into the effects of paternalistic regulation on the efficiency of railroads and critiques the war taxation system, suggesting that it may unfairly burden businesses and inhibit economic growth. In his address, Kahn uses metaphors to illustrate the relationship between the government and railroads, likening it to a parent-child dynamic where the government’s heavy-handed control has stunted the growth of individual enterprise in the railroad sector. He argues against excessive regulation and State control, highlighting historical evidence from Europe where government ownership often led to inefficiency and decline in service quality. He suggests that a balanced tax structure is necessary to promote economic growth and equity, advocating for tax policies that incentivize rather than penalize business success. Ultimately, Kahn calls for a reconsideration of how railroads and industries should be managed in the context of national interests post-war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Finance -- United States
Subject Railroads and state -- United States
Subject Finance, Public -- United States -- History -- 1901-1933
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EBook-No. 29493
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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