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Thomas A. Hendricks: A Democrat Through And Through

23May

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

History

Thomas A. Hendricks: A Democrat Through And Through

A lifelong Democrat, Thomas A. Hendricks was the definition of a party man, voting the party line time and time, even if modern Democrats would be appalled at his voting record. Indeed, his rise to power during the Reconstruction Era saw this Southern Democrat oppose all attempts to heal the rift created by slavery, including supporting Andrew Johnson after his impeachment and voting against the thirteenth, fourteenth and fifteenth Amendments. And this didn't with his election as Vice President, if anything, it only strengthened his resolve and gave him more power to execute his agenda. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life A Start in Politics Senator Governor VP Candidate Vice Presidency Death & Legacy

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...

Thomas R. Marshall: A More Global Stance?

9May

By Simon BlaugNo Comments

History

Thomas R. Marshall: A More Global Stance?

For much of the early 20th century, the US isolated itself from European and international affairs at large. Thomas R. Marshall, the 28th Vice President of the United States, on the other hand, believed the US should've taken a more direct role in international politics. Particularly concerned with the rise of fascism, Marshall believed the US should've gotten involved in European politics to prevent the rise of Hitler and the atrocities that ensued. And best of all? He predicted this years before Hitler took power in 1933. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Marshall was not a particularly popular VP, especially not with his president, Woodrow Wilson and his First Lady, Edith Wilson, who felt Marshall was "uncouth". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early ...

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

Adlai Stevenson I: The Founder of a Dynasty

11Apr

By Politic-Ed Site AdminNo Comments

History

Adlai Stevenson I: The Founder of a Dynasty

The grandfather and namesake of Adlai Stevenson II, the former Governor of Illinois and two-time failed Democratic candidate for President, Adlai Stevenson I had his own storied career in politics. Rising from the position of a lowly Congressman, Adlai became a close confidant of Grover Cleveland during his presidential campaign and central figure in the Post Office during his presidency. When Grover Cleveland ran for his second term in 1892, Adlai ran on the same ticket as him and became the 23rd Vice President when they won the election. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life A Start in Politics US Post Office Vice Presidency Failed Presidential Campaigns Later Life & Death Legacy

William R. King: The First Gay Vice President?

4Apr

By Matthew BootenNo Comments

History

William R. King: The First Gay Vice President?

The 13th Vice President, serving under Franklin Pierce, William R. King had an unusually close relationship with future president James Buchanan, with both men living together and being referred to as the other's "better half". Perhaps unsurprisingly, many modern historians believe that the two men - both lifelong bachelors - were in fact lovers. And it's not just modern historians that thought that... so did many contemporary political rivals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life A Start in Politics National Politics Vice President Death & Legacy A Gay Vice President?

How The Udall Family Became The Strangest Political Family Ever

21Mar

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

History

How The Udall Family Became The Strangest Political Family Ever

Rooted in the American West and members of the LDS church, the Udall family have become one of the strangest political families due to their political intermarrying and bipartisan nature. Indeed, whilst the family has historically been associated with the Democrats, some cousins are Republicans, as their ancestors married into strong Republican political families and took their political stances. Even today, members of the family find themselves on opposite sides of the Senate and other legislative bodies. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Foundation Second Generation Third Generation Fourth Generation Non-Udall In-Laws Future

15 Most Liberal Cities in The United States

24Jan

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

Analysis

15 Most Liberal Cities in The United States

Due to a variety of factors, cities as a whole tend to be more liberal than conservative politically. And whilst each city has its own pockets of conservatives, some cities are more liberal on average than others. So, what are the most liberal cities in the US? To make this list as fair as possible (and because "liberal" can mean a number of different things) we are basing our criteria on a mixture of past voting records, the views of the politicians representing the cities in national politics and the city's reputation... (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 15. Las Vegas 14. Pittsburgh 13. Albuquerque 12. Boston 11. New York City 10. Tampa 9. Denver 8. Chicago 7. Seattle 6. Detroit 5. San Francisco 4. Philadelphia 3...

How John Nance Garner Became Texas’ Most Colorful Politician

22Nov

By Matthew BootenNo Comments

History

How John Nance Garner Became Texas’ Most Colorful Politician

One of only two men to serve as both the leader of the House and Senate, with a political career spanning 42 years, John Nance Garner became a sort-of father figure to the members of the Democratic Party and gained a reputation for being a gifted backroom politician. But despite serving term terms as the 32nd Vice President during Franklin Roosevelt's first two terms, John's seeming disloyalty - that is, his criticism of Roosevelt running for a third term in 1940 - saw him thrown off the 1940 ticket and replaced with Henry A. Wallace. When he left the office of Vice President, he ended his life of public service, instead retiring to his home in Texas and becoming a sort of unofficial political advisor to any Democrat who needed it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ...

How to Become a Senator in 9 Easy Steps!

1Nov

By Simon BlaugNo Comments

Explainer

How to Become a Senator in 9 Easy Steps!

Vital to our democracy, senators help to debate and amend bills that, if passed, will one day become law. Naturally a very prestigious job, you've probably wondered at least once how to become a senator and participate in arguably the most famous democracy in human history. Though a prestigious job that society arguably couldn't function without, being a senator is not an easy job. Regardless of your views, your views will always offend at least one person, either because they don't agree with them, or don't think they go far enough. Understandably, it's also a physically and emotionally demanding job, but one with great benefits and high job satisfaction - as you're literally participating in the politics so many people revere. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||...