Power and Progressivism in American Politics: A Historical Overview

The election of 1912 was a watershed moment in American history. It was a time of great change and upheaval, as the nation grappled with the challenges of industrialization, urbanization, and immigration. The old order was crumbling, and a new one was struggling to be born.

In this book, we explore the election of 1912 in depth, examining the candidates, the issues, and the campaign. We also consider the election’s significance in American history, and its lasting legacy.

The election of 1912 was a four-way race between incumbent President William Howard Taft, former President Theodore Roosevelt, New Jersey Governor Woodrow Wilson, and Socialist Party candidate Eugene V. Debs. Taft was the Republican nominee, Roosevelt ran as the candidate of the Progressive Party, Wilson was the Democratic nominee, and Debs represented the Socialist Party.

The election was a close one, with Wilson ultimately winning the presidency with 435 electoral votes. Roosevelt came in second with 88 electoral votes, Taft came in third with 8 electoral votes, and Debs came in fourth with 0 electoral votes.

The election of 1912 was a turning point in American history. It marked the end of the Progressive Era and the beginning of a new era of reform. The election also led to the passage of the Seventeenth Amendment to the Constitution, which established the direct election of senators.

This book is a comprehensive and engaging account of the election of 1912. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or the Progressive Era.

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Publisher ‏: ‎ PageBook24.com (January 13, 2025)
Language : ‎ English
Dimensions ‏: ‎ 6 x 9 inches
Pages ‏: ‎ 162 pages

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