Tag: William Randolph Hearst

How The Hearst Family Became The Most Powerful Family in American Politics!
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How The Hearst Family Became The Most Powerful Family in American Politics!

Today, the Hearst family conjure up an image of success, wealth and opulence. Most well known for the vast media empire they built (and that still bears their name!) the Hearst family are arguably also the most powerful family in American politics! Although they never became a political dynasty with the same clout the Roosevelts, Kennedys or Bushes have, the Hearsts don't need it. Their media empire is how they've gained there political clout - and arguably helped to make the Roosevelts, Kennedys and Bushes the political dynasties they are today! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Origins of The Family Due to the lack of surviving historical records, the exact origins of the modern-day Hearst family aren't known. With what limited records rem...