Category Archives: People and the Government

Father Charles Coughlin

Posted on November 5, 2012 by hannahdurbin

Father Coughlin first took to radio broadcasting in 1926. It wasn’t long before his theological broadcast turned into ones regarding the economy and politics1. His change in topic shows how every single person in the United States was affected by … Continue reading →

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John Collier (Native Americans)

Posted on November 5, 2012 by hannahdurbin

John Collier changed the lives of Native Americans everywhere during the 1930’s. He was first appointed as Commissioner of Indian Affairs by Franklin Roosevelt in 1933. This marked a huge reversal in policies regarding the Native Americans1. The 1930’s were … Continue reading →

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Huey Long

Posted on November 5, 2012 by hannahdurbin

Huey Long was a Louisiana governor, US Senator, and potential presidential candidate known for his “share the wealth” platform.”1In 1936, he was set to run against Franklin Roosevelt for the presidential position. Seeing Huey and “sharing the wealth” as a … Continue reading →

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