Challenge the myth of liberal ascendancy and uncover the hidden currents of corporate dominance shaping US economic policy. This insightful analysis, backed by new archival research, re-examines the New Deal era, revealing how corporate influence grew unchecked, impacting American workers and economic laws from the 1930s to the Great Recession. Explore the complex decline of liberalism and the surprising forces behind social movements. Essential reading for students of political economy, economic history, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of government-corporate relations and policy evolution.