The Price of Bread.

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    • Abstract:
      The article reports on the 1837 Flour Riot that took place in New York City as a result from the U.S. capitalist government's policy on provisions' prices. Topics discussed include previous food strikes in U.S. history, press coverage of the strikers and government policy, and some corrupt practices of banks. An overview of food supply-related riots as of 2014 is also presented.