The paper must discuss the social and personal responsibility of those involved in the events described in the selection and how these things might apply to modem America. Social responsibility is defined as a demonstration of civic responsibility and its engagement in various larger communities. Personal responsibility is defined as an evaluation of choices and actions of others or one's own actions, and relate the consequences (good and/or bad) to decision-making.Students must discuss these issues using critical thinking and effectively communicate their views on these topics in their papers. The topic is Industrial Unions of the Gilded Ages.