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The Progressive Party The Success of a Failed Party Snapshots in History
The Progressive Party The Success of a Failed Party Snapshots in History
Hilarie Staton
Age (years) : 8 - 14
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In 1912, the Progressive Party emerged, spearheaded by former President Theodore Roosevelt and progressive Republicans. The presidential election witnessed a significant contest, with Roosevelt running as the Progressive Party candidate, competing against Republican President William Howard Taft, Democratic Governor Woodrow Wilson, and Socialist Eugene Debs.
Despite not securing victory in the election, the Progressive Party achieved a remarkable feat, outperforming all other third parties in history. Interestingly, many of the reforms initially advocated by the Progressive Party found their way into the platforms of other political parties and subsequent presidential administrations. The impact of the Progressive Party's ideals continues to resonate, shaping and influencing various facets of modern politics.
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Publisher : Compass Point Books
Format : Hardcover
Language : English
Content : Non-Fiction
Style : Illustrated - Colour
ISBN : 9780756524517
Size : Medium
SKU : BY9-2350
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