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Background Info- September 2, 1839- October 29, 1897 He was an American writer, politician, and political economist. He belived that people should own what they create. He also believed that things found in nature belong to everyone. He was for equality. He started as a Republican, but later converted to a Democrat. He oppsed tarrifs. He was against land being privately owned by individuals. He thought society should own the land and people pay a "rent" on it.

Problem- Henry Geroge wanted to end the corruption found in the government. He was against the monopolists that controlled railroads and mines for their own interests. He felt one of the biggest problems was poverty in America. He thought Land Speculators caused poverty.

Solutions- Henry George created several policies. He suggested the "single tax" on land. The tax was based on the value of the land. He also was a leader for Georgism. This economic philosophy was based on people being able to own what they create. Henry George was for free trade too. To solve immigration problems, Henry Geroge created a policy to restrict Chinese immigration. He was a very strong advocate for secret ballots as well.

Sources: "Henry George : Biography." //Spartacus Educational//. Web. 12 Sept. 2011. . Website "Henry George." //Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia//. Web. 12 Sept. 2011. . Website "Who Was Henry George?" //The Progress Report -- Independent Daily News//. Web. 12 Sept. 2011. .