Tuesday, April 23

Author: Catalina Carrion

Catalina Carrion is an avid politics enthusiast. She loves learning about politics and sharing what she finds with the rest of the politics community!
Hannibal Hamlin: The Least Popular Vice President
16May By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

Hannibal Hamlin: The Least Popular Vice President

The first Vice-President under Abraham Lincoln, Hannibal Hamlin only narrowly missed out on being President, having been replaced as Vice President by Andrew Johnson only a month prior to Lincoln's assassination. A Republican like Lincoln unlike Johnson, Hannibal Hamlin was relatively unpopular with both the people and Lincoln, the latter of whom dropped him from his 1860 re-election ticket in favor of the Southerner Johnson. Yet even after he finished his term as VP, Hannibal Hamlin went on to have a rather interesting career as a senator, Collector of the Port of Boston and foreign ambassador before retiring. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life A Start in Politics Vice President Post-VP Politics Later Life & Death L...
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George M. Dallas: The Forgotten Maestro
18Apr By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

George M. Dallas: The Forgotten Maestro

Though his name has been forgotten to history, George M. Dallas was one of the savviest political operators of his time, rising from being just another lawyer to an important player in Pennsylvania state politics, to vice president! A member of the Democratic Party, Dallas led the so-called "Family Faction" of the party's Pennsylvania chapter, developing a fierce rivalry with future President James Buchanan, as both vied for control of the party. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life Legal Career Political Career Pennsylvania State Politics Diplomatic Career Vice President Tariffs Death & Legacy
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Charles W. Fairbanks: From Log Cabin to Vice President
10Jan By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

Charles W. Fairbanks: From Log Cabin to Vice President

The 26th Vice President serving under Teddy Roosevelt, Charles W. Fairbanks was famous for his opposition to Roosevelt's "Square Deal" earning him the nickname of the "Puppet of Wall Street" and the ire of many Americans... A lawyer by trade, Fairbanks was born in a log cabin and through his own sheer intelligence (and some back alley deal making) rose up through the ranks of the Republican Party to win the VP nomination not once, but twice, and for two different presidents. Indeed, had he and Charles Evans Hughes won the 1916 election, Fairbanks would've become one of only three men to serve as vice president (after George Clinton and John C. Calhoun) and the only to serve non-consecutive terms! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life A...
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Why Lord Randolph Churchill Was More Important Than His Son!
29Nov By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

Why Lord Randolph Churchill Was More Important Than His Son!

Often overshadowed by his more famous son, Lord Randolph Churchill was every bit the skilled orator and politician his son, Winston, would be remembered for being. Indeed, had history played out slightly differently, he could've even been Prime Minister! Yet his disloyalty to Lord Salisbury in the Commons during the latter's second term seemed to end his promising career before it ever really began, though inadvertently paved the way for his son to become Prime Minister himself... (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life Randolph Henry Spencer-Churchill was born on the 13th of February 1849 at 3 Wilton Terrace in the affluent Central London district of Belgravia, as the third son of John Spencer-Churchill, Marquess of Blandford and his wife, L...
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25Oct By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
Explainer

How to Become President in 9 Easy Steps!

At one point or another, we've all wondered how to become president, arguably the most difficult, yet prestigious, job there is. Yet unlike other jobs, becoming president isn't a straightforward path. In many cases, you have to plan for it years, often decades, in advance and never waiver from your goal of getting to the White House. Not to mention, one slight mistake or miscalculation could quite easily ruin your chances of becoming president before you even get to run! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 1. Meet The Criteria Before you can even consider running for the presidency, you must first ensure that you fit the eligibility requirements set out in the Constitution: Be a natural born US citizenBe at least 35 years oldHave lived in the...
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Why Charles G. Dawes Was The Most Important Vice President You’ve Never Heard of!
27Sep By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

Why Charles G. Dawes Was The Most Important Vice President You’ve Never Heard of!

Though the name Charles G. Dawes is seldom remembered in early 20th century American politics, only being remembered for the post-WWI Dawes Plan that dealt with postwar reparations, Charles G. Dawes was the most important vice president you've never heard of! Serving as Calvin Coolidge's vice president after his re-election in 1924, Dawes helped the Coolidge Administration pass several bills, chief among them being the McNary-Haugen Farm Relief Bill (although Coolidge did end up vetoing this). But it wasn't necessarily what he did in office that made him arguably the greatest vice president, it was what he did before and after being vice president, such as being a war hero, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient and Ambassador to the UK to name but a few. (adsbygoogle = w...
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How John F. “Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald Made The Kennedy Family What it is Today!
16Aug By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

How John F. “Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald Made The Kennedy Family What it is Today!

Though you may have never heard of him, John F. Fitzgerald, better known by his nickname "Honey Fitz", is arguably the main reason why the famed Kennedy family is as powerful as it is (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life John Francis Fitzgerald was born on February 11 1863 in the North End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts as the fourth of 12 children born to Irish immigrant businessman and local politician Thomas Fitzgerald and his wife, Rosana Cox. Both his parents had immigrated to the US from Ireland due to the Irish Potato Famine. His father came from the town of Bruff in County Limerick, whilst his mother came from County Cavan. Growing up, John's life was marked with tragedy, with his two sisters, Mary and Ellen, and hi...
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Why Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Was The Most Important President we Never Had
26Jul By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

Why Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Was The Most Important President we Never Had

Named in honor of his incredibly wealthy father, Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. was supposed grow up to become the US's first Irish-American and Catholic president. Yet, his tragic death at the height of WWII prevented this from ever happening. Whilst thought to be insignificant at the time, his death was arguably as significant as the death of Abraham Lincoln, or even, Archduke Franz Ferdinand. With his death, his younger brother, John, was hastily prepared for a job he was never meant to do. You might know Joseph's brother John as President John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. Yet, had Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. become president instead of his brother, he'd have been an even better president! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Wh...
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15 Outrageous Facts About The American Civil War!
21Jun By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

15 Outrageous Facts About The American Civil War!

The American Civil War is a somewhat contentious issue in American politics today, with it constantly being brought up as people claim that the second civil war is immanent. This got me thinking, what are some cool facts about the American Civil War? Fought between the Union in the North and the Confederacy in the South over the issue of slavery (among other things), the Civil War would last between April 1861 and May 1865, resulting in a Union victory... (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 15. Civil War Propaganda As with the American Revolution that predated it, both the Union and Confederacy would embark on extensive propaganda campaigns that demonized the other side and won converts. Interestingly, the propaganda campaigns that would become ...
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15 Incredible Facts About Napoleon Bonaparte You Need to Know!
10May By Catalina CarrionNo Comments
History

15 Incredible Facts About Napoleon Bonaparte You Need to Know!

When you think of the greatest conquerors and statesmen history has ever produced, it's hard not to think of Napoleon Bonaparte. This got me thinking, what are some interesting facts about Napoleon Bonaparte we should all know? Upon assuming power, Napoleon's people were bitterly divided. By appealing to both the conservatives and liberals in the country, Napoleon became one of the most beloved world leaders history has ever seen, with his historical significance still playing out today! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 15. Born Into an Influential Family The man history remembers as Napoleon Bonaparte was born on August 15 1769 on the island of Corsica (which had recently French territory only months before Napoleon's birth), being born to lawy...
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