The Radical Programme (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. Chamberlain

9780656146895: The Radical Programme (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0656146893 ISBN 13: 9780656146895

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore a bold, practical plan for sweeping political reform .

This work lays out a roadmap for the Radical Party, arguing that reforms in franchise, local government, housing, education, and the economy are essential to modern governance. It connects the reform acts of 1885 to a broader program aimed at widening rights and opportunities for ordinary citizens.

The book frames a constructive alternative to old party lines, emphasizing social progress, fair taxation, and accountable government. It treats housing for the urban poor, land reform, and religious equality as interlinked issues that shape national prosperity and civic equality. Readers will find clear proposals, discussion of political mechanics, and a critical look at how power and resources should be aligned with public welfare.

Clear case for manhood suffrage and parliamentary reform as a foundation for democratic change.
Practical measures for housing reform, local control, and the financing of public goods.
Arguments for land reform, education access, and religious equality as part of a unified policy.
A view on Ireland, local governance, and the balance between imperial and domestic responsibilities.

Ideal for readers of 19th‑century political thought, reform-minded history, and anyone curious about how a major party proposed to rework governance in a changing Britain.

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