agrarianism

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    On Pilgrimage (February 1949)

    Avatar photoByDorothy Day

    Summary: Discusses Truman’s attempt to build Federal Steel plants—a possible step towards nationalization—and argues that it should be permitted only if as a step towards decentralization to ownership by smaller groups representing the workers themselves. Mentions the lack of support for distributism, particularly among Catholics who support government intervention, and warns of the danger of encroachment by the State. Tells of challenges facing rural populations, and the assistance provided by their neighbors. (DDLW #162) The Catholic Worker, Feb 1949, pp. 1-2

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    On Distributism: Answer to John Cort 

    Avatar photoByDorothy Day

    Summary: Repudiates John Cort and other Catholics who see distributism as an agrarian visionary dream. Quotes from Pius XI, Pius XII, and Leo XIII in support of small and medium-sized businesses, employee ownership, and a back to the land movement. Discusses the evils of capitalistic industrialism and urges the long-range plan of distributism. (See DOC #159 and DOC #160) (DDLW #161) The Catholic Worker, Dec 1948, pp. 1, 3