A country's culture influences its economic growth, which in turn influences its international position. Confucian heritage appears to be the common factor explaining the rapid economic growth of East Asian countries, including China's meteoric rise in recent years. Ironically, Confucianism has...

The growing economic crisis of the American working class -- Industrialization in America: The special century -- The American economy at a tipping point -- Manufacturing's positive impact on inequality: A case study of Alabama -- Work-based learning programs and racial diversity -- Modern...