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Adlai Stevenson I: The Founder of a Dynasty

11Apr

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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

How to Become Vice President in 7 Easy Steps!

28Feb

By Regina SamuelsNo Comments

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How to Become Vice President in 7 Easy Steps!

The life of a politician is not an easy one. Being vice president is especially not easy. Yet, many see it as a stepping stone to the White House. So how do you become vice president? Indeed, of the 49 people to have held the office of vice president (Kamala Harris being the 49th), 15 have gone on to become president! Whilst this is not necessarily the only way you could go on to become vice president, the following is by far the most common way, and the one most likely to yield success (based on the backgrounds of previous vice presidents). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 1. Have an Interest in Politics 2. Gain Some Life Experience 3. Get Elected 4. Join a Ticket 5. Campaign 6. Get Elected 7. Become President!

21Feb

By Simon BlaugNo Comments

History

Taft Family: More Than Just Politics

Know chiefly for their contributions to politics in all three branches of government, the Taft family are arguably one of the most important families in US history - up there with the likes of the Kennedys and Bushes - yet their contributions to law is just as great. The founders and longtime partners of Ohio-based law firm Taft Stettinius & Hollister, William Howard Taft, who not only served as the 27 President of the United States from 1909-1913, but also as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, the only man to hold both positions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Origins Arrival in The New World Taft Presidency Law Taft Stettinius & Hollister Continued Political Prominence

3Jan

By Matthew BootenNo Comments

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Charles Curtis: The First Native American in The Executive Branch

Today, many claim that the Republicans are racist. Though this can certainly be debated, you might first want to learn about Charles Curtis, the Republican 31st Vice President of the United and member of the Kew Nation of Kansas. Working his way up from a humble Congressman from the newly minted state of Kansas, Charles Curtis was later elected a Senator and eventually joined the VP ticket of Herbert Hoover's 1928 presidential campaign and again in their unsuccessful bid for reelection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life Congressman First Term Senator Senator Vice Presidency Later Life & Death

How do Dictators Stay in Power For so Long?

13Dec

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

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How do Dictators Stay in Power For so Long?

Outside of fringe extremist political groups, most people tend to agree that living in a dictatorship and dictators as a whole are not great. Indeed, many brutally oppress, murder and rob the people they claim to serve. Yet a quick look at the dictators of the world and of history, many reign for several decades, often up until their deaths. Very few are deposed. So if they are such brutal and such horrendous human beings, how do they manage to stay in power for so long? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); International Support Interestingly, of the 190 or so countries in the world (estimates vary depending on what you're classing as a "country"), 52 of them are considered dictatorships, most of which are in Africa, Asia and South America. But ...

8Nov

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

History

How to Become a Politician in 7 Easy Steps

Arguably one of the most thankless and reviled jobs in the world, politicians are integral to 1. Have an Interest 2. Get Life Experience 3. Join a Political Party 4. Court Your Political Party 5. Get a Mentor 6. Start Small 7. Work Your Way up

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...

4Oct

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

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Why James Roosevelt Was The Most Influential First Son Ever!

When it comes to the First Family, it's not uncommon for the sitting president to give their grown children cushy jobs in the White House, yet James Roosevelt - the son of President FDR - was arguably the most important of them all. Serving as the official Secretary to the President from July 1937 to November 1938, James went on to become a decorated Marine Corps officer during WWII, successful businessman, Chairman of the California Democratic Party, congressman and UNESCO delegate. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life James Roosevelt II was born in New York City on December 23 1907 as the second of six children born to lawyer (and the future 32nd President of the United States) Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and his wife, Eleanor. Bor...

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

16Aug

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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...

How Rose Kennedy Lived to 104 And Became The Matriarch of The “American Royal Family”!

9Aug

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How Rose Kennedy Lived to 104 And Became The Matriarch of The “American Royal Family”!

The Kennedy family has often been called the American royal family due to their dynastic role in politics, with five generations of the family having held political office of some kind. Arguably, most of this has been due to Rose Kennedy, the family's matriarch. Living to the ripe old age of 104, Rose Kennedy oversaw the family's affairs from 1914 (when she married into the family) to her death in 1995, witnessing the family go from a powerhouse in the state of Massachusetts to the presidency. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Early Life The woman history would remember as Rose Kennedy was born as Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald on July 22 1890, as the eldest of six children born to the future Mayor of Boston, John F. Fitzgerald and his wife, Mary Jose...