John R. Commons

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John R. Commons was a prominent American economist and a key figure in the development of labor economics in the early 20th century. His work focused on the intersection of labor, economics, and social policy, advocating for the rights of workers and the importance of collective bargaining. Commons played a vital role in the establishment of labor relations as a formal field of study, and he was instrumental in the formation of the American Economic Association. His writings, including 'A Documentary History of American Industrial Society', provided foundational insights into labor movements and industrial governance.