A real conflict developed between Huey p. Long and Franklin D. Roosevelt to the point when Roosevelt recognized: “He [Huey Long] is one of the two most dangerous men in the country.” And he reasoned that “We must tame these fellows [Long and his political allies] and make them useful to us.” At this moment a secret poll had already shown that 11 percent of the people preferred Kingfish to Roosevelt or a republican and Long had become a serious power for an election. Nobody can know how the relationship between both would have developed without the assassination and if Huey Long could have changed his mind according the New Deal, if Roosevelt had offered him a position on the national level in exchange. But apparently a lot of Long’s opposition to Roosevelt’s bills came from his interests in gaining power. He tried to establish his own Share Our Wealth program not only for Louisiana, but for the whole country. It seems that both reasons come together: Huey Long selected those New Deal bills that he considered useful from the others. Later the conflict with president Roosevelt became increasingly important to his policy.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction - Extraordinary Times
- A Visionary and his Self-Perception
- An Historical Perspective
- The Benefactor
- The Dictator
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the life and political career of Huey Pierce Long, a populist figure who rose to prominence during the Great Depression. The paper examines how Long leveraged social unrest and economic hardship to gain power and influence in Louisiana. It investigates his ambitious social programs and his complex legacy as a political figure.- The impact of the Great Depression on American politics and society
- Huey Long's populist rhetoric and his appeal to the working class
- Long's political strategies and his rise to power in Louisiana
- The controversy surrounding Long's policies and his political legacy
- The contrasting perspectives on Long's motivations and his actions
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction - Extraordinary Times
This chapter sets the stage for the essay by introducing Huey Long as a populist figure who gained power during the Great Depression. It highlights the social and economic turmoil of the era and contrasts Long's populist appeal with that of European dictators.A Visionary and his Self-Perception
This section explores Long's self-perception and his own account of his political career in his autobiographical works. It examines his portrayal of himself as a benefactor of the poor and a champion of social justice, highlighting his opposition to vested interests and his advocacy for wealth redistribution.An Historical Perspective
This chapter provides a more nuanced perspective on Long's legacy, examining both his achievements and his controversial actions. It explores his success in improving Louisiana's infrastructure and his efforts to combat illiteracy and poverty. However, it also highlights his centralization of power, his tactics in political conflicts, and his controversial use of public funds for personal gain.Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This essay explores the life and political career of Huey Pierce Long, a populist figure who gained prominence during the Great Depression. The paper examines Long's populist rhetoric, his political strategies, his social programs, and his complex legacy. The key themes and concepts explored include populism, social unrest, wealth redistribution, power dynamics, political manipulation, and the Great Depression.- Quote paper
- Bakkalaureus Artium Steve Nowak (Author), 2008, Huey Pierce Long: An Extraordinary Man in Extraordinary Times, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/128617
