Brandeis on Democracy

Philippa Strum, our foremost authority on Louis Brandeis, gathers together for the first time a sterling selection from his most provocative and profound writings. A kind of “Portable Brandeis,” this book provides a concise and readable guide to the thought of a truly great American.

Brandeis, the Ralph Nader of the early twentieth century, was known as the “People’s Attorney” for his continuous crusades on behalf of the public. He spoke before citizens’ groups and legislative bodies, wrote ...