Beschreibung:
We often think of 'progress' and 'economic growth' as natural developments that benefit various members of society. This title challenges this view and instead suggests that specific definitions of progress and economic growth can be molded by powerful individuals, organizations, and classes.
Acknowledgments List of Acronyms Chronology Introduction 1. The Many Faces of Social Power 2. The Historical Picture 3. Nuclear Power and Government Regulation 4. Nuclear Power and Corporate Power 5. Nuclear Power and Local Political Economies 6. Nuclear Power, Social Power, and Democracy Notes References Index