AMPU Politician Bios

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Son of Pres. Taft. Known as "Mr. Republican." Led the Conservative Coalition that opposed New Deal expansion. Co-sponsor of the Taft-Hartley bill that weakened Labor Unions. Interparty rivalry with Thomas E. Dewey's moderate Republican wing. Isolationist opposed to entry into World War II. Also opposed NATO. Did not hold national office until he was 49 when he was elected US Sen for OH following the 1938 election. Ran for president in 1940, 1948, and 1952 as the conservative option for the party. In 1952, he was the frontrunner until Eisenhower won at the convention with Dewey's support. Became Senate Majority Leader the next year but died a few months later. Supported Civil Rights and anti-lynching bill efforts. Named one of the five great senators in a 1957 panel, along with Clay, Webster, Calhoun, and La Follette.

The Kingfish. Gov of LA from 1928-1932 and then US Sen from 1932 until his assassination in 1935. A populist Democrat, he advocated his Share the Wealth Program, as a more radical solution to the New Deal. His quasi-dictatorial tendencies saw an impeachment attempt against him in his state. Long was planning to run against FDR either in the primaries or as a 3rd party in the 1936 before he was killed by the son-in-law of a state rival. Long's wife, son, and brother all held major political offices after his death. Former Pres., and then Chief Justice of the SC, believed Long to be the most brilliant lawyer he'd seen in the SC courtroom.

Considered a "wise man" who could advise on any of the issues facing America. Won the 1912 Nobel Peace Prize. Both a modernizer and an advocate for US imperialism. Believed in the ethical and efficiency standards of the Progressive Era but was not terribly interested in the social aspects of it. Sec of War for McKinley and Teddy Roosevelt. Later shifted to Sec of State by Roosevelt. Served in the cabinet for 10 straight years and is often considered one of the best. US Sen for NY from 1909-1915. Eagerly supported the more conservative Taft over Roosevelt's progressive Bull Moose campaign. Early supporter of entry into World War I and would later support much of Wilson's post-war foreign policy. Opposed women's suffrage. Was a strong candidate for president in 1916, but didn't put his heart into winning votes at the convention as he believed he was too old for the job at age 71. Somewhat of a celebrated attorney during his day, represnting the likes of Andrew Carnegie.

Former Republican who was born in OK. Converted to a Democrat during the Clinton administration when she was a professor at Harvard. Did not enter the national spotlight until age 61 in 2010 when Pres. Obama made her special advisor to the Consumer Financial Protection Agency, which she had proposed and established. Elected to the US Sen for MA in 2012, where she quickly became the leader of the Progressive wing of the Democratic party, which operate somewhat as swing between Bernie Sanders's Democratic Socialism and Nancy Pelosi's establishment wing. Came in 3rd for the Democratic nomination for president in 2020 behind Biden and Sanders.

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The leading American Democratic Socialist of the early 21st Century. Was practically unknown until he got close to upsetting Hillary Clinton in the 2016 Democratic Primaries, which made him something of a pop icon. He he won nomination, he would have been both the first open Socialist and first Jewish party nominee, despite being a political independent. Had another strong showing against Joe Biden in the 2020 Democratic Primaries. In both cases, he endorsed the Democratic Nominee and campaigned for them, although many of his die-hard followers didn't follow suit, which may have played a role in Trump's 2016 upset victory. Won 1 EV from a faithless elector in 2016. Focuses on economic inequality and workplace democracy. Mayor of Burlington, VT from 1981-1989, US Rep for VT from 1991-2007. Won election to the US Senate in the 2006 midterm elections. One of the few who opposed both the Patriot Act and the Iraq Resolutions.

Swiss-born economist who could be called the srchitect of Jeffersonian Economics, which was in opposition to Hamilton's economic policies. Moved to the United States in his early 20s as the Rev War was ending entered Pennsylvania politics within a few years. US Sen of PA 1793-1794, US Rep of PA 1795-1801, and then served for over a decade as Sec of Treasury (1801-1814) for Jefferson and Madison. Convinced Jefferson to accept the arguably unconstitutional purchase of Louisiana, but was unable to convince Jefferson to avoid slapping on a disasterous embargo against Great Britain. Despite opposition to Hamilton's economic policies in the 1790s, Gallatin argued for the renewal of the US Bank's charter in the 1810s. Declined Madison's offer for another term at Sec of Treasury, but later accepted the role of minister to France in 1816. Monroe kept him on in this role, and then JQ Adams made him minister to the UK in 1826. He was nominated to be William H. Crawford's VP in the 1824 election, a position he didn't want. Crawford later forced Gallatiin to withdraw from the ticket. Gallatin became much more moderate over time and opposed Jackson's candidacy in 1824. He failed in attempt to convince Jackson to save the US Bank, and he opposed Polk's expansionistic policies, including the Mexican War. Was a leading expert in the study of Native American languages.

37th president (1969-1974) and the only president to ever resign from office, following the Watergate scandal. His iimpeachment and conviction seemed likely had he stayed in office. A dominant figure in GOP politics from 1952-1974 or has he was part of a GOP ticket in one way or another in the 1952 (VP), 1956 (VP), 1960 (Pres), 1968 (Pres), and 1972 (Pres) elections, missing only the 1964 election during that time. Opened relations with China, removed the US from the Gold Standard (Nixon Shock), presided during the Moon landing, and inaugurated the War on Drugs. He promised to end the Vietnam War but not before expanding it first. Reached detente with the USSR. The US economy which had been relatively consistently strong since US entry into WWII began to drop with Oil Crisis and ultimately helped contribute to the Stagflation that saw the defeats of Ford and Carter in 1976 and 1980 respectively. Won the 1972 election in one of the greatest landslides in US history. US Rep for CA in 1947-1950 before becoming US Sen for CA. Arguably the first modern VP in the sense that he was the first to be very active in the role, although Eisenhower seemed to never truly like him. Dueled JFK in the famous televised presidential debates and lost a nailbighter on election day 1960. Failed in his bid for Gov of CA in 1962 and seemed ready to retire. He campaigned actively for Goldwater and other GOPers in 1964, which resurrected his career. Prior to death, advised Pres. Clinton on foreign policy occasionally. Nixon's Southern Strategy arguably played a larger role than Goldwater's 1964 bid in converting Southern Democrats into Southern Republicans. Liked to eat cottage cheese with ketchup.

Something of a Thomas Jefferson of the North as the leading anti-Federalist in the powerful state of NY. Gov of NY for over twenty years (1777-1795; 1801-1804). As governor, threatened to conquer VT to make it part of NY. Opposed the US Constitution and fought for the Bill of Rights once the Constitution was inacted. Received electoral votes in the 1788-89, 1792, and 1796 elections, getting somewhat close to taking the VP spot from John Adams in 1792. Pres. Jefferson made Clinton his VP for his reelection bid when he decided against keeping VP Aaron Burr in the administration. He was kept on as VP by Madison, despite having run against Madison in the 1808 election. Clinton again ran for president in 1812 but died early in the race at age 72, becoming the first VP to die in office. His nephew, DeWitt Clinton, took his spot in a relatively close 1812 election. As VP, both Jefferson and Madison were loathe to give Clinton any real influence. A dominant figure during his day, now overshadowed by Bill Clinton (no relation), Hillary Clinton, and the musician also named George Clinton (no relation).

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The leading American Democratic Socialist of the early 21st Century. Was practically unknown until he got close to upsetting Hillary Clinton in the 2016 Democratic Primaries, which made him something of a pop icon. He he won nomination, he would have been both the first open Socialist and first Jewish party nominee, despite being a political independent. Had another strong showing against Joe Biden in the 2020 Democratic Primaries. In both cases, he endorsed the Democratic Nominee and campaigned for them, although many of his die-hard followers didn't follow suit, which may have played a role in Trump's 2016 upset victory. Won 1 EV from a faithless elector in 2016. Focuses on economic inequality and workplace democracy. Mayor of Burlington, VT from 1981-1989, US Rep for VT from 1991-2007. Won election to the US Senate in the 2006 midterm elections. One of the few who opposed both the Patriot Act and the Iraq Resolutions.

Swiss-born economist who could be called the srchitect of Jeffersonian Economics, which was in opposition to Hamilton's economic policies. Moved to the United States in his early 20s as the Rev War was ending entered Pennsylvania politics within a few years. US Sen of PA 1793-1794, US Rep of PA 1795-1801, and then served for over a decade as Sec of Treasury (1801-1814) for Jefferson and Madison. Convinced Jefferson to accept the arguably unconstitutional purchase of Louisiana, but was unable to convince Jefferson to avoid slapping on a disasterous embargo against Great Britain. Despite opposition to Hamilton's economic policies in the 1790s, Gallatin argued for the renewal of the US Bank's charter in the 1810s. Declined Madison's offer for another term at Sec of Treasury, but later accepted the role of minister to France in 1816. Monroe kept him on in this role, and then JQ Adams made him minister to the UK in 1826. He was nominated to be William H. Crawford's VP in the 1824 election, a position he didn't want. Crawford later forced Gallatiin to withdraw from the ticket. Gallatin became much more moderate over time and opposed Jackson's candidacy in 1824. He failed in attempt to convince Jackson to save the US Bank, and he opposed Polk's expansionistic policies, including the Mexican War. Was a leading expert in the study of Native American languages.

37th president (1969-1974) and the only president to ever resign from office, following the Watergate scandal. His iimpeachment and conviction seemed likely had he stayed in office. A dominant figure in GOP politics from 1952-1974 or has he was part of a GOP ticket in one way or another in the 1952 (VP), 1956 (VP), 1960 (Pres), 1968 (Pres), and 1972 (Pres) elections, missing only the 1964 election during that time. Opened relations with China, removed the US from the Gold Standard (Nixon Shock), presided during the Moon landing, and inaugurated the War on Drugs. He promised to end the Vietnam War but not before expanding it first. Reached detente with the USSR. The US economy which had been relatively consistently strong since US entry into WWII began to drop with Oil Crisis and ultimately helped contribute to the Stagflation that saw the defeats of Ford and Carter in 1976 and 1980 respectively. Won the 1972 election in one of the greatest landslides in US history. US Rep for CA in 1947-1950 before becoming US Sen for CA. Arguably the first modern VP in the sense that he was the first to be very active in the role, although Eisenhower seemed to never truly like him. Dueled JFK in the famous televised presidential debates and lost a nailbighter on election day 1960. Failed in his bid for Gov of CA in 1962 and seemed ready to retire. He campaigned actively for Goldwater and other GOPers in 1964, which resurrected his career. Prior to death, advised Pres. Clinton on foreign policy occasionally. Nixon's Southern Strategy arguably played a larger role than Goldwater's 1964 bid in converting Southern Democrats into Southern Republicans. Liked to eat cottage cheese with ketchup.

Something of a Thomas Jefferson of the North as the leading anti-Federalist in the powerful state of NY. Gov of NY for over twenty years (1777-1795; 1801-1804). As governor, threatened to conquer VT to make it part of NY. Opposed the US Constitution and fought for the Bill of Rights once the Constitution was inacted. Received electoral votes in the 1788-89, 1792, and 1796 elections, getting somewhat close to taking the VP spot from John Adams in 1792. Pres. Jefferson made Clinton his VP for his reelection bid when he decided against keeping VP Aaron Burr in the administration. He was kept on as VP by Madison, despite having run against Madison in the 1808 election. Clinton again ran for president in 1812 but died early in the race at age 72, becoming the first VP to die in office. His nephew, DeWitt Clinton, took his spot in a relatively close 1812 election. As VP, both Jefferson and Madison were loathe to give Clinton any real influence. A dominant figure during his day, now overshadowed by Bill Clinton (no relation), Hillary Clinton, and the musician also named George Clinton (no relation).

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First major Democratic politician form Maine in almost 100 years. VP on the Hubert Humphrey ticket that lost to Nixon in 1968. US Gov of ME (1955-1959), US Sen of ME (1959-1980), and Jimmy Carter's Sec of State (1980-1981). Influential in passing environmental, Civil Rights, and budgetary legislation and policy. Failed bids for president in 1972 and 1976. A draft Muskie movement took place in 1980, as polls showed him more favorable than Carter or Ted Kennedy in the primaries. Came out of retirement to help investigate Reagan's Iran-Contra Affair as part of the Tower Commission. He was about 6'5" and would have been the tallest president if elected.

One of the leading necons of his time in the legislative branch, along with John McCain. Opposed the populism of both the Tea Party and Donald Trump with his friend McCain, but eventually made the drastic shift to staunch Trump ally, even as it seemed to distance himself from the dying McCain who was consistently attacked by Pres. Trump. A wide range of experience, serving as a military officer, a judge, and US Rep for SC (1995-2003) before winning a US Sen seat in the 2002 elections. Failed in a bid for president in 2016. Never married.

1st Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court (1789-1795) and one of the co-authors, along with Madison and Hamilton, of the Federalist Papers. Namesake of the Jay Treaty, which arguably avoided another war with Great Britain. Was a member of the 1st Continental Congress in 1774 when he was only 28 years old. Served as Continental Congress President in 1778 before becoming minister to Spain in 1779. Served as Sec of Foreign Affairs (predecessor of Sec of State) from 1784-1789. One of the signers of the Treaty of Paris the ended the Rev War. Resigned as Chief Justice of the US to run for Gov of NY, where he served from 1795-1801. As gov, refused to execute Hamilton's scheme to have NY state nullify it's electoral votes when Jefferson won the state in the 1800 election. Following the election, refused to run for reelection and declined John Adams's offer to become Chief Justice of the Supreme Court again, allowing the opportunity for John Marshall's nomination. Vocally opposed slavery but owned 5 enslaved people in the 1800 US Census. He did come out of retirement in 1819 to oppose the entry of any new slave states. Came in 3rd in the 1788-1789 Presidential election. Got some EVs in the 1792 and 1800 election as well, but made no real effort for the office.

42nd President (1993-2001) and the 2nd president ever to be impeached. First Democratic president to serve two-full terms since FDR. As president, identified as a New Democrat centrist, a philosophy that grew in popularity during and just after the Reagan presidency. As president, signed NAFTA and presided during the greatest economic expansion in peacetime in US history. Saw the GOP take back the house for the first time in four decades and frequently went head to head with Speaker Gingrich, which inaugurated the current era of hyperpartisanship. Husband of 2016 Democratic nominee, Hillary Clinton. At age 32, became Gov of AR but was defeated in his reelection bid. He came back to win election again in 1983, serving until he became president following the 1992 election. In 1988, when he was 42, he was widely expected to run for president while Hillary Clinton would run to replace him as Gov of AR but plans changed. At the 1988 convention, Clinton flopped as the keynote speaker, despite his usual captivating speaking style. Clinton was able to survive an extramarital affair scandal to win the Democratic nomination in 1992. A similar scandal hit him as president when he got in further trouble for lying under oath, but he was acquitted nonetheless following impeachment. He left office as the most popular president since FDR, according to polls. The narrow defeat of his VP, Al Gore, in the 2000 election might not have happened had Gore not distanced himself from Clinton. Following his presidency, Clinton was discussed as a possible Supreme Court option as he was still relatively young when he left office. In 2016, he seemed likely to become the first male "First Lady" before Hillary Clinton's upset defeat by Donald Trump. Historians generally rank Clinton as somewhere between 15th and 19th in presidential rankings. While he had a strong economy, his domestic accomplishments were sparse and he had few major events that lead to greatness. Ultimately, he served as well as one could in relatively uneventful post-Cold War time.

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First major Democratic politician form Maine in almost 100 years. VP on the Hubert Humphrey ticket that lost to Nixon in 1968. US Gov of ME (1955-1959), US Sen of ME (1959-1980), and Jimmy Carter's Sec of State (1980-1981). Influential in passing environmental, Civil Rights, and budgetary legislation and policy. Failed bids for president in 1972 and 1976. A draft Muskie movement took place in 1980, as polls showed him more favorable than Carter or Ted Kennedy in the primaries. Came out of retirement to help investigate Reagan's Iran-Contra Affair as part of the Tower Commission. He was about 6'5" and would have been the tallest president if elected.

One of the leading necons of his time in the legislative branch, along with John McCain. Opposed the populism of both the Tea Party and Donald Trump with his friend McCain, but eventually made the drastic shift to staunch Trump ally, even as it seemed to distance himself from the dying McCain who was consistently attacked by Pres. Trump. A wide range of experience, serving as a military officer, a judge, and US Rep for SC (1995-2003) before winning a US Sen seat in the 2002 elections. Failed in a bid for president in 2016. Never married.

1st Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court (1789-1795) and one of the co-authors, along with Madison and Hamilton, of the Federalist Papers. Namesake of the Jay Treaty, which arguably avoided another war with Great Britain. Was a member of the 1st Continental Congress in 1774 when he was only 28 years old. Served as Continental Congress President in 1778 before becoming minister to Spain in 1779. Served as Sec of Foreign Affairs (predecessor of Sec of State) from 1784-1789. One of the signers of the Treaty of Paris the ended the Rev War. Resigned as Chief Justice of the US to run for Gov of NY, where he served from 1795-1801. As gov, refused to execute Hamilton's scheme to have NY state nullify it's electoral votes when Jefferson won the state in the 1800 election. Following the election, refused to run for reelection and declined John Adams's offer to become Chief Justice of the Supreme Court again, allowing the opportunity for John Marshall's nomination. Vocally opposed slavery but owned 5 enslaved people in the 1800 US Census. He did come out of retirement in 1819 to oppose the entry of any new slave states. Came in 3rd in the 1788-1789 Presidential election. Got some EVs in the 1792 and 1800 election as well, but made no real effort for the office.

42nd President (1993-2001) and the 2nd president ever to be impeached. First Democratic president to serve two-full terms since FDR. As president, identified as a New Democrat centrist, a philosophy that grew in popularity during and just after the Reagan presidency. As president, signed NAFTA and presided during the greatest economic expansion in peacetime in US history. Saw the GOP take back the house for the first time in four decades and frequently went head to head with Speaker Gingrich, which inaugurated the current era of hyperpartisanship. Husband of 2016 Democratic nominee, Hillary Clinton. At age 32, became Gov of AR but was defeated in his reelection bid. He came back to win election again in 1983, serving until he became president following the 1992 election. In 1988, when he was 42, he was widely expected to run for president while Hillary Clinton would run to replace him as Gov of AR but plans changed. At the 1988 convention, Clinton flopped as the keynote speaker, despite his usual captivating speaking style. Clinton was able to survive an extramarital affair scandal to win the Democratic nomination in 1992. A similar scandal hit him as president when he got in further trouble for lying under oath, but he was acquitted nonetheless following impeachment. He left office as the most popular president since FDR, according to polls. The narrow defeat of his VP, Al Gore, in the 2000 election might not have happened had Gore not distanced himself from Clinton. Following his presidency, Clinton was discussed as a possible Supreme Court option as he was still relatively young when he left office. In 2016, he seemed likely to become the first male "First Lady" before Hillary Clinton's upset defeat by Donald Trump. Historians generally rank Clinton as somewhere between 15th and 19th in presidential rankings. While he had a strong economy, his domestic accomplishments were sparse and he had few major events that lead to greatness. Ultimately, he served as well as one could in relatively uneventful post-Cold War time.

Ed Muskie, Lindsay Graham, John Jay, Bill Clinton.

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One of the leading War Hawks leading up to the War of 1812 and also the leader among the most traditionalist-minded conservatives in Congress. He had the influence of a Senator but was arguably to radical for appointment. US Rep for Sec from 1810-1815, serving as Speaker of the House for his final year. Pres. Monroe appointed him as President of the US Bank (1819-1823), despite Cheves having opposed the existence of the bank. Played a big role in getting South Carolina to support James Madison in the 1808 election over fellow SC politician Charles Coatesworth Pinckney. He declined to run for president despite strong urgings in 1824. He was considered for Sec of Treasury by Andrew Jackson following the 1828 election. An early advocate of secession, starting with the 1833 Nullification Crisis; however, he opposed SC seceding without all of the other Slave States joining in secession. He owned about 200 enslaved people. According to American geologist Joseph Le Conte, Cheves forumulated the theory of evolution prior to Darwin's publication of his theories but no writings of Cheves on the subject exists to substantiate this. He died in 1857, a few years prior to the Civil War.

Consider one of the top two Secretaries of State in US history, the other being John Quincy Adams. Hull served FDR from 1933-1944 and presided during most of World War II. His role in establishing the United Nations won him the Nobel Peace Prize. After having served as a local judge, Hull served as a US Rep for TN from 1907-1931, excluding one two-year period. In 1930, he was election to the US Senate. He ran for the presidency in 1928 but was one of many who lost the nomination to Al Smith. Would likely have been a leading candidate for president in 1940 had FDR stuck to two terms as president as Hull polled highest when FDR was not included in the same poll. Some argued that Hull would make the best compromise candidate in the event FDR's 3rd term was blocked.

He and George Schulz are the only men to have held four cabinet positions. At one time or another served Pres. Nixon as Sec of Health, Sec of Defense, and as Attorney General. Pres. Ford named him Amb to the UK and later Sec of Commerce. He also served as a special diplomat for Pres. Carter. Showed a lot of integrity as Attorney General by resigning rather than following Nixon's orders and firing special prosecutor Archibald Cox during the Watergate Scandal. Richardson planned on running for President in 1976 in the event Ford opted not to run and was considered as a possible candidate in 1980. His last attempt at political office came in 1984, where he was expected to win a US Senate seat but he lost in the primary to a more conservative Republican. Ultimately, John Kerry won the electon in the general.

25th President (1897-1901) until his assassination. Promoted the Gold Standard and high tariffs. Presided during the Spanish-American War and the annexation of Hawaii. Had a tendency to follow popular opinion among his party while as president, rather than really leading on anything, prompting Teddy Roosevelt to say that McKinley had "no more backbone than a chocolate eclair." Nevertheless, McKinley was popular following his death but was soon overshadowed by the more dynamic leadership of his VP, Roosevelt. McKinley was an officer in the same unit as Rutherford B Hayes in the Civil War. US Rep for OH from 1877-1891 in which capacity he became the namesake for the McKinley Tariff. He lost a bid to become Speaker of the US House despite his growing influence. US Gov of OH from 1892-1896. Protege of OH kingmaker Mark Hanna. Came in 2nd at the 1892 Republican Convention. Faced William Jennings Bryan in both his 1896 and 1900 election victories. Generally considered an above average to good president by late 20th and early 21st century historians.

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I'm posting Benjamin Tillman by himself. Arguably the worst man in US political history. There's one other guy that might be as bad or worse, but I'll post about him when I get to him. Here's his bio: 

Known as "Pitchfork Ben" for his vitriolic rhetoric and his advocacy of violence against Black Americans. Leader of a paramility group that would do his bidding--including kill--to ensure favorable election results. Gov of SC from 1890 until his appointment to the US Senate (1895-1918). Campaigned as a populist, but helped push through a new state constitution that disenfranchised many of the poor white citizens that supported him, even as it disenfranchise just about all of the black citizens. Ran for president in 1896, but his speech at the convention was so radical and aggressive that he lost his original support. While his social conservatism saw him supporting lynch mobs and opposing women's suffrage, he was a progressive when it came to federal campaign finance laws, higher education, and business regulations. Supported World War I to fight the German "slaves." Got in a fist fight in the US Senate at one point. Suggested a thousand blacks should be killed so they'd "learn their place" after Pres. Theodore Roosevelt invited Booker T. Washington to the White House. Tillman is arguably the worst man to ever hold federal office.

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Apparently someone named Cheves I've never heard of, Cordell Hull, some guy named Richardson that I can't remember, William McKinley

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Four more...all better than Benjamin Tillman (I'm keeping a lost of other politicians that are awful too): 

Younger brother of JFK and RFK. Considering he served from 1962-2009, an argument can be made that he was the most influential Kennedy. Arguably the most influential Democratic US Senator in the 80s, 90s, and 00s and the most sought-after endorsement in the Democratic primaries. Led the charge on healthcare, minimum wage, and other liberal causes. Became a Senator at the age of 30. A Draft Ted Kennedy movement formed for the 1968 election, following RFK's assassination. Gave a celebrated eulogy at RFK's funeral. Declined to run for president in 1972 and 1976 because the Chappaquiddick incident of 1969 had hurt his image. In 1980, he challenged incumbent Jimmy Carter in the primaries but his campaign was hit or miss. Nevertheless, he outshined Carter at the Convention with the most memorable speech of the week, prompting some to wish they had voted for Kennedy in the primaries. Considered a frontrunner had he opted to run in 1984 or 1988 for president. Gave his crucial endorsement to Barack Obama over Hillary Clinton in 2008, stating that Obama reminded him of his fallen brothers.

Signer of the US Constitution and final Federalist Party nominee in 1812, 1816 and unofficially in the 1820 uncontested election. Originally a politician from MA, moved to NY becoming one of the first US Senator for that state from 1789-1796. Served as minister to the UK (1796-1803) for Washington, J Adams, and Jefferson. Returned to the US Senate following the 1812 election, which showed a glimmer of hope of a Federalist resurgence. Pres. JQ Adams made King US minister to GB in 1825, but he served only a year because of ill health. Federalist VP nominee in 1804 and 1808. Refused to support DeWitt Clinton's nomination in 1812, which gave Federalists the best chance of retaking some power. An early advocate of anti-slavery measures. His brother William King was a Gov of ME and his brother Cyrus King was a US Rep for MA. He was a strong supporter of Hamilton's economic plans.

Negotiated the Gadsden Purchase and served as a leader of the faction of New York Democrats that was more tolerant to pro-Southern viewpoints. US Sen of NY from 1831-1833, Gov of NY from 1833-1838. Sec of War for Pres. Polk and oversaw the Mexican War. Eventually took the lead for the Democratic nomination at the 1852 election after dozens of ballots, but ultimately lost to Franklin Pierce on the last ballot. New Pres. Pierce appointed Marcy as Sec of State once in office.

5th President (1817-1825) and the last president to win an election unanimously, minus a faithless elector. Presided during the Era of Good Feelings. Previously, the preferred candidate by more traditionally-minded Jeffersonians, but he moderated rapidly after the War of 1812, enough so that even former Federalists such as President John Adams cast their vote for him. Namesake of the Monroe Doctrine, although it was written by John Quincy Adams. Monroe's otherwise sparkling presidency are marred by the Missouri Compromise and a lack of leadership, resulting in his party fragmenting in the 1824 election, an election in which he made no endorsement either. Military officer who served with Washington, making the famous crossing of the Delaware. Defeated by Madison for a US House seat for VA in 1788, possibly because Monroe opposed the US Constitution. Took a US Senate seat in 1790 and served until 1794, when Washington made him minister to France during the French Revolution. Monroe was so Pro-French that he was compelled to resign by Washington. Gov of VA from 1799-1802 before being made minister to the UK by Jefferson from 1803-1807. Ran against Madison for president in 1808 as the candidate of John Randolph and other radical traditionalist Jeffersonians, who believed both Jefferson and Madison were going the way of the Federalists. Madison refused to speak to Monroe for running against him, but he named him Sec of State after a couple of years to sure up support from Randolph's wing of the party. While serving as Sec of State in 1811-17, he also served as Sec of War in 1814-1815 during the War of 1812, setting him up as the clear frontrunner for the 1816 nomination. His unwillingness to embrace internal improvements was at odds with all the major candidates in 1824, which may have played part of a role in him declining a 3rd term. Historians rank Monroe as a good to above average president.

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Speaker of the US House (1889-1891; 1895-1899) known as "Czar Reed" for his influence. Greatly diminished the power of the minority Democratic party in the US House through rule changes. A leading advocate of an anti-lynching bill, but the Senate voted against the bill he helped pass in the US House. Resigned as Speaker and US Rep for ME (1877-1899) over his opposition of the Spanish-American War. Failed in a bid for the presidency in 1896. Celebrated author Mark Twain praised Reed for his honesty and trustworthiness.

Lost a relatively close election as the 1812 presidential nominee on a hybrid ticket for Federalists and Northern Jeffersonian Republicans opposed to the War of 1812. His fame now rests largely on the fact that he was the prime mover in the creation of the Erie Canal, which helped make NYC the major city of the US. Became US Sen for NY in 1802, when he was 32 years old. Mayor of NYC on three occasions between 1803-1815. Gov of NY in 1817-1822 and from 1825 until his death at age 58 in 1828. He was expected to be a major candidate in both the 1824 presidential elections and the 1828 presidential elections, but he opted for the governorship in 1824 and died before announcing in 1828. He and his inter-party rival Martin Van Buren were the dominant politicians in NY in the late 1810s and throughout the 1820s. Nephew of VP and longtime Gov of NY George Clinton.

A byword for Gilded Age corruption. Something of a control freak who led the Republican establishment faction, known as the Stalwarts (Former Radical Republicans), against James G. Blaine's faction of Half-Breeds, who were reformist-minded and were more lenient towards White Southerners. While Conkling opposed civil service reform, he was arguably the most influential advocate in the US Senate for Civil Rights protections and for votes for women. US Rep for NY during the Civil War and US Senator from 1867 to 1881. Turned down an offer to become Chief Justice of the Supreme Court in 1873 and, after he had already been confirmed, an Associate Justice position on the Supreme Court in 1882, Conkling had many pawns, one of which was the unknown Chester A. Arthur on James Garfield's presidential ticket. However, on Garfield's death, Arthur broke from his master and initiated civil service reform. While Pres. Grant and Conkling were close, Conkling butted heads with reform-minded Hayes and Garfield, resigning his Senate seat in protest to Garfield. Conkling lost an election to get his seat back. Failed bid for president in 1876. Was the lead mover for Grant's failed attempt at a non-consecutive 3rd term. Brother-in-law of Horatio Seymour, likely had an affair with Salmon P. Chase's daughter, preferred boxing as a favorite physical activity. Known for oratory and his attention to his own appearance.

34th President (1953-1961) and the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe during World War II. After the war, and prior to the presidency, served as Chief of Staff of the Army and as president of Columbia University in NYC. Declined to run for president in 1948. In 1952, both parties sought to make Eisenhower a candidate for president, but Eisenhower declared himself a Republican. As a moderate, he generally favored the New Deal, expanded Social Security, and raised the tax bracket. He presided during some of the tensest moments of the Cold War, the creation of the interstate highway system, and early part of the mid-century Civil Rights Movement. Generally considered a top 10 president today, but his lack of commitment in stopping McCarthyism, embracing the Civil Rights movement, the 1957 Economic Recession, and the fact the USSR was beating us in Space, hurt him in presidential rankings immediately following the end of his presidency. Opposed the Military-Industrial complex.

8th President (1837-1841) but should get more notice as the architect of the Democratic Party, which he built around the 1828 candidacy of Andrew Jackson. Created a political machine in NY known as the Alabama Regency, which influenced the state for decades. Saw partisanship and party politics as beneficial to the nation. In NY, frequently battled inter-party rival DeWitt Clinton for control of NY in the later 1810s and 1820s. US Sen for NY from 1821-1828. Supported Crawford for president in 1824 but jumped to the Jackson bandwagon and became is leading advocate in 1828. Won the 1828 election for Gov of NY but served only a couple of months as he was made Pres. Jackson's Sec of State in 1829. He resigned in 1831 to help Jackson resolve the Petticoat Affair, and Jackson made him minister to the UK, but he had to return as the Senate rejected his recess appointment. In revenge, Jackson made Van Buren his VP for his 2nd term. Jackson's chosen successor for President, Van Buren won against a hairbrained strategy in the 1836 presidential election. As president, Van Buren pretty much continued Jackson's policies, including the Indian Removal process. His manipulative magic left him as president and his reputation suffered with the Panic of 1837, and he was defeated for reelection. He ran for a non-consecutive term in 1844 and was the frontrunner at the Convention, but his lack of commitment to annexing TX cost him. He made one last attempt for the presidency in 1848, and despite having been a tolerator of slavery during his presidency, he now was in the anti-slavery camp. He and his supporters bolted from the 1848 Convention, and they formed the Free Soil Party, composed primarily of Anti-Slavery Democrats and Anti-Slavery Whigs. His 3rd party gained only 10% of the vote, but it was enough to take victory from the Democratic nominee, Lewis Cass. Despite his opposition to slavery, he voted for Democrats Pierce, Buchanan, and Douglas in the next three elections, believing they could better preserve the Union. He supported Lincoln's war effort during the Civil War. Van Buren's first language was Dutch.

[vcczar]

Posting the politician bios is actually slowing me down, so I'll just post them on request. If there's someone you want to see, I'll post them when I get to them. I know Dukakis and McGovern were requested. 

[Cal]

5 minutes ago, vcczar said:

Posting the politician bios is actually slowing me down, so I'll just post them on request. If there's someone you want to see, I'll post them when I get to them. I know Dukakis and McGovern were requested. 

I’d like to request Noah Chomsky, George Wallace, and Cordell Hull at some point!

[vcczar]

10 minutes ago, Cal said:

I’d like to request Noah Chomsky, George Wallace, and Cordell Hull at some point!

Hull's already been posted. 

[Vols21]

On 2/16/2022 at 4:36 PM, MrPotatoTed said:

Apparently someone named Cheves I've never heard of, Cordell Hull, some guy named Richardson that I can't remember, William McKinley

It’s Elliot Richardson.     As a side note, it was speculated that Agnew’s demise was orchestrated by Richardson who hoped to be named the next VP and possibly slide into the President’s chair if Watergate unfolded and led to Nixon’s departure.

[vcczar]

I just finished filling out the bio for politician #100!!! only like 7,000 more to go! 

I also have 100 papers to grade, which I'm about to start working on. 

[themiddlepolitical]

On 2/17/2022 at 2:15 PM, vcczar said:

More bios! Who are these guys?

 

Speaker of the US House (1889-1891; 1895-1899) known as "Czar Reed" for his influence. Greatly diminished the power of the minority Democratic party in the US House through rule changes. A leading advocate of an anti-lynching bill, but the Senate voted against the bill he helped pass in the US House. Resigned as Speaker and US Rep for ME (1877-1899) over his opposition of the Spanish-American War. Failed in a bid for the presidency in 1896. Celebrated author Mark Twain praised Reed for his honesty and trustworthiness.

Lost a relatively close election as the 1812 presidential nominee on a hybrid ticket for Federalists and Northern Jeffersonian Republicans opposed to the War of 1812. His fame now rests largely on the fact that he was the prime mover in the creation of the Erie Canal, which helped make NYC the major city of the US. Became US Sen for NY in 1802, when he was 32 years old. Mayor of NYC on three occasions between 1803-1815. Gov of NY in 1817-1822 and from 1825 until his death at age 58 in 1828. He was expected to be a major candidate in both the 1824 presidential elections and the 1828 presidential elections, but he opted for the governorship in 1824 and died before announcing in 1828. He and his inter-party rival Martin Van Buren were the dominant politicians in NY in the late 1810s and throughout the 1820s. Nephew of VP and longtime Gov of NY George Clinton.

A byword for Gilded Age corruption. Something of a control freak who led the Republican establishment faction, known as the Stalwarts (Former Radical Republicans), against James G. Blaine's faction of Half-Breeds, who were reformist-minded and were more lenient towards White Southerners. While Conkling opposed civil service reform, he was arguably the most influential advocate in the US Senate for Civil Rights protections and for votes for women. US Rep for NY during the Civil War and US Senator from 1867 to 1881. Turned down an offer to become Chief Justice of the Supreme Court in 1873 and, after he had already been confirmed, an Associate Justice position on the Supreme Court in 1882, Conkling had many pawns, one of which was the unknown Chester A. Arthur on James Garfield's presidential ticket. However, on Garfield's death, Arthur broke from his master and initiated civil service reform. While Pres. Grant and Conkling were close, Conkling butted heads with reform-minded Hayes and Garfield, resigning his Senate seat in protest to Garfield. Conkling lost an election to get his seat back. Failed bid for president in 1876. Was the lead mover for Grant's failed attempt at a non-consecutive 3rd term. Brother-in-law of Horatio Seymour, likely had an affair with Salmon P. Chase's daughter, preferred boxing as a favorite physical activity. Known for oratory and his attention to his own appearance.

34th President (1953-1961) and the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe during World War II. After the war, and prior to the presidency, served as Chief of Staff of the Army and as president of Columbia University in NYC. Declined to run for president in 1948. In 1952, both parties sought to make Eisenhower a candidate for president, but Eisenhower declared himself a Republican. As a moderate, he generally favored the New Deal, expanded Social Security, and raised the tax bracket. He presided during some of the tensest moments of the Cold War, the creation of the interstate highway system, and early part of the mid-century Civil Rights Movement. Generally considered a top 10 president today, but his lack of commitment in stopping McCarthyism, embracing the Civil Rights movement, the 1957 Economic Recession, and the fact the USSR was beating us in Space, hurt him in presidential rankings immediately following the end of his presidency. Opposed the Military-Industrial complex.

8th President (1837-1841) but should get more notice as the architect of the Democratic Party, which he built around the 1828 candidacy of Andrew Jackson. Created a political machine in NY known as the Alabama Regency, which influenced the state for decades. Saw partisanship and party politics as beneficial to the nation. In NY, frequently battled inter-party rival DeWitt Clinton for control of NY in the later 1810s and 1820s. US Sen for NY from 1821-1828. Supported Crawford for president in 1824 but jumped to the Jackson bandwagon and became is leading advocate in 1828. Won the 1828 election for Gov of NY but served only a couple of months as he was made Pres. Jackson's Sec of State in 1829. He resigned in 1831 to help Jackson resolve the Petticoat Affair, and Jackson made him minister to the UK, but he had to return as the Senate rejected his recess appointment. In revenge, Jackson made Van Buren his VP for his 2nd term. Jackson's chosen successor for President, Van Buren won against a hairbrained strategy in the 1836 presidential election. As president, Van Buren pretty much continued Jackson's policies, including the Indian Removal process. His manipulative magic left him as president and his reputation suffered with the Panic of 1837, and he was defeated for reelection. He ran for a non-consecutive term in 1844 and was the frontrunner at the Convention, but his lack of commitment to annexing TX cost him. He made one last attempt for the presidency in 1848, and despite having been a tolerator of slavery during his presidency, he now was in the anti-slavery camp. He and his supporters bolted from the 1848 Convention, and they formed the Free Soil Party, composed primarily of Anti-Slavery Democrats and Anti-Slavery Whigs. His 3rd party gained only 10% of the vote, but it was enough to take victory from the Democratic nominee, Lewis Cass. Despite his opposition to slavery, he voted for Democrats Pierce, Buchanan, and Douglas in the next three elections, believing they could better preserve the Union. He supported Lincoln's war effort during the Civil War. Van Buren's first language was Dutch.

Let me guess, #5 is Van Buren #3 Conkling (;

 

I actually think Conkling can be an extremely powerful person to draft, though I don't know if he'd do to well as a pres nominee, He'd be a great Senate or House leader. And a strong governor (which I guess could help him in a run for pres) 

[vcczar]

Just finished Jerry Brown's bio. I forget how strange his career is sometimes. He definitely was ideologically one of the most mixed people. For most of his career, he would simultaneously have the most LW and RW platform of his opponent. He went from being more fiscally conservative than Reagan (according to the American Conservative magazine) to being most LW gov in the country. He was very early pro-environmentalist and anti-death penalty, but then he's favor low taxes and anti-immigration policies. In 1980, he was way more pro-environment and more activist in many way, but he was also the only candidate (Carter and Kennedy the others) that opposed national healthcare and other "socialist" ideas. In 1992, (when I actually met him as a middle schooler) he ran as a mixed bag candidate too and refused to endorse Clinton at the convention. He was so ruined, he had to become a mayor because he couldn't get support for other offices. Once he shed his elements of conservatism, he was able to get support to become governor again. 

In him, you can kinda see California transitioning from Reagan-Nixon CA to the Liberal-to-Progressive bastion that it is. 

[themiddlepolitical]

59 minutes ago, vcczar said:

Just finished Jerry Brown's bio. I forget how strange his career is sometimes. He definitely was ideologically one of the most mixed people. For most of his career, he would simultaneously have the most LW and RW platform of his opponent. He went from being more fiscally conservative than Reagan (according to the American Conservative magazine) to being most LW gov in the country. He was very early pro-environmentalist and anti-death penalty, but then he's favor low taxes and anti-immigration policies. In 1980, he was way more pro-environment and more activist in many way, but he was also the only candidate (Carter and Kennedy the others) that opposed national healthcare and other "socialist" ideas. In 1992, (when I actually met him as a middle schooler) he ran as a mixed bag candidate too and refused to endorse Clinton at the convention. He was so ruined, he had to become a mayor because he couldn't get support for other offices. Once he shed his elements of conservatism, he was able to get support to become governor again. 

In him, you can kinda see California transitioning from Reagan-Nixon CA to the Liberal-to-Progressive bastion that it is. 

I actually didn't know that about him, I did know that Chavez nominated him at the 1976 dem convention (so I assumed he was a progressive) 

[vcczar]

123 bios down and like 7,000 left to go. I'm now starting to get to politicians with shorter bios, so I'll be able to speed this up, especially once I'm not grading 100 papers. I should be done grading by Tues or Wed. I also hope to get to the rules again by Tues or Wed @MrPotatoTed. My goal for later in the week is to contact KS donors. I had planned to do this after the rules were completely finalized and all I had left was bios, but I'm figuring KS donors want to hear back sooner rather than later. 

[vcczar]

Someone wanted to see George C. Wallace's bio (I don't on earth know why):

Probably the best known segregationist and anti-Civil Rights figure of the 1960s, infamous for opposing federal-enforced racial integration at University of Alabama. Three-time Gov of AL (1963-1967; 1971-1979; 1983-1987). He had failed in a bid for governor in 1958 when he was a moderate on race, but his defeat prompted him to adopt the right-wing populist appeal to racism, which was popular in Alabama at the time. He ran for president in 1964, 1968 (as an Independent 3rd Party), 1972, and 1976. In 1968, he won over 13% of the vote and 46 Deep South electors. In 1972, still campaigning for president as a segregationist, Wallace survived an assassination attempt that left him paralyzed for the rest of his life. In 1979, Wallace renounced his views on segregation. While a life-long Democrat (aside from his one 3rd party run), he voted for Bush (1992) and Dole (1996) before his death.

[jvikings1]

1 hour ago, vcczar said:

Someone wanted to see George C. Wallace's bio (I don't on earth know why):

Probably the best known segregationist and anti-Civil Rights figure of the 1960s, infamous for opposing federal-enforced racial integration at University of Alabama. Three-time Gov of AL (1963-1967; 1971-1979; 1983-1987). He had failed in a bid for governor in 1958 when he was a moderate on race, but his defeat prompted him to adopt the right-wing populist appeal to racism, which was popular in Alabama at the time. He ran for president in 1964, 1968 (as an Independent 3rd Party), 1972, and 1976. In 1968, he won over 13% of the vote and 46 Deep South electors. In 1972, still campaigning for president as a segregationist, Wallace survived an assassination attempt that left him paralyzed for the rest of his life. In 1979, Wallace renounced his views on segregation. While a life-long Democrat (aside from his one 3rd party run), he voted for Bush (1992) and Dole (1996) before his death.

Putting morals behind, he was a master political strategist/opportunist. History will few him poorly, but he did accomplish the power he sought.

[vcczar]

58 minutes ago, jvikings1 said:

Putting morals behind, he was a master political strategist/opportunist. History will few him poorly, but he did accomplish the power he sought.

Not all of it. He ran for president 4 times and lost. He got the power in AL he wanted. 

[vcczar]

Almost done grading papers. Should finish tomorrow and make more progress on bios. Still almost done with 150 of them. 

[A man from Colorado]

The bio of MLK, Malcolm X, and Frederick Douglass would be interesting to see (If the latter two are in the game of course.)

[themiddlepolitical]

1 minute ago, A man from Colorado said:

The bio of MLK, Malcolm X, and Frederick Douglass would be interesting to see (If the latter two are in the game of course.)

All 3 are, I believe he already showed MLK