Explain What the Text Authors Mean by Their Remark That

question 19

Essay

Explain what the text authors mean by their remark that in the 1930s,"Congress was one war too late with its [neutrality] legislation."

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Definitions:

Garrett Hardin

An ecologist known for his work on environmental issues and for introducing the concept of the "Tragedy of the Commons."

Overfishing

A situation where fish are caught at a pace faster than they can reproduce, leading to a depletion of fish stocks, which can jeopardize marine ecosystems and the economic sustainability of fishing industries.

Economic Growth

Growth in the economy's production of goods and services over a certain period, often assessed through the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Richer Economies

Economies characterized by higher income levels, greater wealth, and advanced technological and infrastructural development compared to others.