Articles related to "William Jennings Bryan"
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN, THE GREAT COMMONER, PART I
William Jennings Bryan was one of only two men nomonated for president three times, and the only man to be runner-up three times. Read how he built the first modern Democratic Party coalition that elected Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Roosevelt.
william jennings bryan • william mckinley • alton parker • democratic • republican
William Jennings Bryan was one of only two men nomonated for president three times, and the only man to be runner-up three times. Read how he built the first modern Democratic Party coalition that elected Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Roosevelt.
william jennings bryan • william mckinley • alton parker • democratic • republican
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN: THE GREAT COMMONER, PART II
The final article on Bryan looks at his role at the start of the 20th century. He was still a major power in the Democratic Party, and was once more the party nominee for President. We also get a look at the last major chapter in his public life, the Scopes "Monkey" Trial.
william jennings bryan • president • secretary of state • decmoratic • republican
The final article on Bryan looks at his role at the start of the 20th century. He was still a major power in the Democratic Party, and was once more the party nominee for President. We also get a look at the last major chapter in his public life, the Scopes "Monkey" Trial.
william jennings bryan • president • secretary of state • decmoratic • republican
A Critique of Inherit the Wind
"Inherit the Wind" is a fictionalized account of the famous Scopes "Monkey" Trial of 1925. This critique of "Inherit the Wind" analyzes its authenticity and accuracy.
inherit the wind • inherit the wind bryan • william jennings bryan • matthew harrison brady • henry drummond
"Inherit the Wind" is a fictionalized account of the famous Scopes "Monkey" Trial of 1925. This critique of "Inherit the Wind" analyzes its authenticity and accuracy.
inherit the wind • inherit the wind bryan • william jennings bryan • matthew harrison brady • henry drummond
Third Time's The Charm, Part III
A brief look at some of the humorous stories from the three White House races of William Jennings Bryan.
bryan • mckinley • gold • silver • campaign
A brief look at some of the humorous stories from the three White House races of William Jennings Bryan.
bryan • mckinley • gold • silver • campaign
Coxey's Army
Businessman Jacob Coxey led a contingent of jobless men from Ohio to the nation's capital to promote a road improvement plan to create jobs.
coxey's army • jacob coxey • carl browne • great unknown • a.p.b. bozarro
Businessman Jacob Coxey led a contingent of jobless men from Ohio to the nation's capital to promote a road improvement plan to create jobs.
coxey's army • jacob coxey • carl browne • great unknown • a.p.b. bozarro
Grover Cleveland's Second Term
Finally defeating Benjamin Harrison on his second attempt, Grover Cleveland returned to the White House, but times had changed.
president grover cleveland • panic of 1893 • american depression • silver coinage • bimetalism
Finally defeating Benjamin Harrison on his second attempt, Grover Cleveland returned to the White House, but times had changed.
president grover cleveland • panic of 1893 • american depression • silver coinage • bimetalism
Running A “Front Porch” Campaign: The Brilliance of Mark Hanna
This article examines the Election of 1896 and how William McKinley won virtually campaiging from his front porch.
campaign • massachusetts • john kerry • candidates • 19th century
This article examines the Election of 1896 and how William McKinley won virtually campaiging from his front porch.
campaign • massachusetts • john kerry • candidates • 19th century
Silverites Versus Goldbugs
In the late nineteenth century, politics increasingly centered around the fiery debate between a currency set on silver and gold (bimetalism) and one set on gold only.
silverites • goldbugs • gilded age • free silver • gold standard
In the late nineteenth century, politics increasingly centered around the fiery debate between a currency set on silver and gold (bimetalism) and one set on gold only.
silverites • goldbugs • gilded age • free silver • gold standard
The Populist Movement in the Northwest
The Populist, Progressive, and Socialist Movements grew in strength during the period from about 1880 to 1916, but were co-opted by the adoption of many of the reforms.
populist progressive reforms • roosevelt progressive 1912 • eugene debs socialism 1912 • progressive miles poindexter • senator miles poindexter
The Populist, Progressive, and Socialist Movements grew in strength during the period from about 1880 to 1916, but were co-opted by the adoption of many of the reforms.
populist progressive reforms • roosevelt progressive 1912 • eugene debs socialism 1912 • progressive miles poindexter • senator miles poindexter
The Presidency of William McKinley
Before his assassination in 1901, William McKinley found a good deal of success in the office of the President, being the first incumbent since Ulysses S. Grant to win re
president william mckinley • the gilded age • the progressive age • spanish-american war • sinking of the uss maine
Before his assassination in 1901, William McKinley found a good deal of success in the office of the President, being the first incumbent since Ulysses S. Grant to win re
president william mckinley • the gilded age • the progressive age • spanish-american war • sinking of the uss maine
The Rise of William McKinley
William McKinley, the Ohioan who would later become President, began his life in politics early, and lived much of his life in service to his country.
president william mckinley • canton ohio • united states civil war • rutherford b hayes • mckinley tariff
William McKinley, the Ohioan who would later become President, began his life in politics early, and lived much of his life in service to his country.
president william mckinley • canton ohio • united states civil war • rutherford b hayes • mckinley tariff
The Scopes Monkey Trial
When a young teacher named John T. Scopes taught evolution in his high school science class in the 1925, he was taken to court for violating state laws.
scopes monkey trial • science and religion clash in the roaring twenties • creation theories • tennessee's evolution law • john scopes
When a young teacher named John T. Scopes taught evolution in his high school science class in the 1925, he was taken to court for violating state laws.
scopes monkey trial • science and religion clash in the roaring twenties • creation theories • tennessee's evolution law • john scopes
Yellow Brick Politics?
Is <i>The Wizard of Oz</i> a children’s fairy tale? Or is it a commentary on turn-of-the-century politics?
wizard of oz • the wizard of oz • oz • henry littlefield • american quarterly
Is <i>The Wizard of Oz</i> a children’s fairy tale? Or is it a commentary on turn-of-the-century politics?
wizard of oz • the wizard of oz • oz • henry littlefield • american quarterly
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Three
Third Installment of Our Series That Ranks the Twenty-Five Individuals That Have Most Effectively Advanced America’s Founding Principles
bryan • roosevelt • reagan • marshall • truman
Third Installment of Our Series That Ranks the Twenty-Five Individuals That Have Most Effectively Advanced America’s Founding Principles
bryan • roosevelt • reagan • marshall • truman
Conquer Public Speaking Fear
Public speaking is one of the leading causes for fear and stress in people's lives. Here are a few tips to help you conquer your stage fright forever!
public speaking • fear public speaking • public speaking anxiety • anxiety public speaking • stress from public speaking
Public speaking is one of the leading causes for fear and stress in people's lives. Here are a few tips to help you conquer your stage fright forever!
public speaking • fear public speaking • public speaking anxiety • anxiety public speaking • stress from public speaking
Douglas MacArthur in Japan
Douglas MacArthur and his superiors in Washington unwittingly opened the door to creating a major economic rival.
cold war • douglas macarthur • hirohito • modernization • democratization
Douglas MacArthur and his superiors in Washington unwittingly opened the door to creating a major economic rival.
cold war • douglas macarthur • hirohito • modernization • democratization
Effect of Loans & Trade on US Entry in War 1917
By 1915 American bankers and merchants kept the Allied cause viable through loans and war material, leading to speculation entry in the war was motivated by investment.
war debt and us entry to war in 1917 • effect of loans on american participation in war 1 • american support of the allies in world war i • woodrow wilson and us entry into world war i • the nye report and world war i
By 1915 American bankers and merchants kept the Allied cause viable through loans and war material, leading to speculation entry in the war was motivated by investment.
war debt and us entry to war in 1917 • effect of loans on american participation in war 1 • american support of the allies in world war i • woodrow wilson and us entry into world war i • the nye report and world war i
Hon. George Turner, Pioneer Attorney
George Turner was a prominent Spokane, Washington lawyer and politician from about 1880 to the early 1900s. He served as a Supreme Court Justice and US Senator.
spokane lawyer george turner • washington state judge turner • united states senator turner • spokane pioneer lawyer spokane politician • spokane founding father
George Turner was a prominent Spokane, Washington lawyer and politician from about 1880 to the early 1900s. He served as a Supreme Court Justice and US Senator.
spokane lawyer george turner • washington state judge turner • united states senator turner • spokane pioneer lawyer spokane politician • spokane founding father
Political Cartoons in History Lesson Plans
Helpful activities that enhance American History lesson plans by incorporating visuals that encourage student observation, analysis, and higher thinking skills.
political cartoons and teaching history • teaching using visuals • paintings as sources in history lesson plans • history activities involving visual learning • teaching analysis and observation
Helpful activities that enhance American History lesson plans by incorporating visuals that encourage student observation, analysis, and higher thinking skills.
political cartoons and teaching history • teaching using visuals • paintings as sources in history lesson plans • history activities involving visual learning • teaching analysis and observation
Progressive Era Reforms & the 17th Amendment
Early Twentieth Century Congressional Democrat and Republican Progressives work together to expand the power of the electorate through passage of the 17th Amendment.
progressive era reforms and the 17th amendment • direct election of senators • 17th amendment and voter choice • enactment of the 17th amendment • passage of the 17th amendment
Early Twentieth Century Congressional Democrat and Republican Progressives work together to expand the power of the electorate through passage of the 17th Amendment.
progressive era reforms and the 17th amendment • direct election of senators • 17th amendment and voter choice • enactment of the 17th amendment • passage of the 17th amendment
Rebecca Jane (Reba) Hurn
Rebecca Jane Hurn was the first female lawyer in Washington State and the first woman to be elected to the Washington State Senate
senator rebecca hurn • first washington female lawyer • first washington senator • first woman lawyer • first woman senator
Rebecca Jane Hurn was the first female lawyer in Washington State and the first woman to be elected to the Washington State Senate
senator rebecca hurn • first washington female lawyer • first washington senator • first woman lawyer • first woman senator
The Great Secretaries of State
Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.
secretaries of state • presidential aspirants • stepping stone to presidency • great accomplishments as secretary of state • thomas jefferson
Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.
secretaries of state • presidential aspirants • stepping stone to presidency • great accomplishments as secretary of state • thomas jefferson
The Life of Grover Cleveland
The first Democratic president to be elected following the American Civil War, Grover Cleveland was also the only President to serve two non-consecutive terms.
the life of grover cleveland • the 22nd and 24th president of the united states • grover cleveland's first term • grover cleveland chester a arthur • grover cleveland mugwumps
The first Democratic president to be elected following the American Civil War, Grover Cleveland was also the only President to serve two non-consecutive terms.
the life of grover cleveland • the 22nd and 24th president of the united states • grover cleveland's first term • grover cleveland chester a arthur • grover cleveland mugwumps
The Life of William Howard Taft
An effective administrator, but a poor politician, William Howard Taft spent his term as President caught in a battle between Progressives and Conservatives.
the life of william howard taft • the 27th president of the united states • william howard taft yale university • william howard taft president mckinley • taft the philippines
An effective administrator, but a poor politician, William Howard Taft spent his term as President caught in a battle between Progressives and Conservatives.
the life of william howard taft • the 27th president of the united states • william howard taft yale university • william howard taft president mckinley • taft the philippines
The Life of William McKinley
In 1896, William McKinley became the Republican candidate for the Presidency. He was hailed as "the advance agent of prosperity."
the life of william mckinley • the 25th president of the united states • mckinley american civil war • mckinley's early career • mckinley congress
In 1896, William McKinley became the Republican candidate for the Presidency. He was hailed as "the advance agent of prosperity."
the life of william mckinley • the 25th president of the united states • mckinley american civil war • mckinley's early career • mckinley congress
The March of the Flag Speech 1898
Urging Americans to follow a divinely inspired march beyond our borders, Albert Beveridge connects with his use of scriptural phraseology, tapping into popular views.
march of the flag speech • albert beveridge and imperialism • religion in political speech • biblical language • church and state in 19th century america
Urging Americans to follow a divinely inspired march beyond our borders, Albert Beveridge connects with his use of scriptural phraseology, tapping into popular views.
march of the flag speech • albert beveridge and imperialism • religion in political speech • biblical language • church and state in 19th century america
The Presidency of William Taft
Theodore Roosevelt's plan to place William Taft into the Presidency as a hand-picked successor did not turn out as well as he had hoped, as Taft had a mind of his own.
william howard taft • payne aldrich act • tariff issue • interstate commerce commision • progressive republican party
Theodore Roosevelt's plan to place William Taft into the Presidency as a hand-picked successor did not turn out as well as he had hoped, as Taft had a mind of his own.
william howard taft • payne aldrich act • tariff issue • interstate commerce commision • progressive republican party
Three Tips on Public Speaking
What are the keys to effective public speaking? Here are some tips on public speaking. Carry out these suggestions and you will improve your public speaking skills!
public speaking • fear of public speaking • effective public speaking • powerful public speaking • tips on public speaking
What are the keys to effective public speaking? Here are some tips on public speaking. Carry out these suggestions and you will improve your public speaking skills!
public speaking • fear of public speaking • effective public speaking • powerful public speaking • tips on public speaking
American Imperialism in the 1890s
Although the US acquired lands and trading rights in various foreign lands before the 1890s, the final decade of the century ushered in a strong imperialist movement.
american imperialism in the 1890s • motives for american imperialism • criticism of american imperialism • the american anti-imperialist league • imperialism and american commerce
Although the US acquired lands and trading rights in various foreign lands before the 1890s, the final decade of the century ushered in a strong imperialist movement.
american imperialism in the 1890s • motives for american imperialism • criticism of american imperialism • the american anti-imperialist league • imperialism and american commerce
Evidence for Creation
The story of Creation is the most contested claim of the Holy Bible. Did God create the universe? Is Creation compatible with modern science?
evidence for creation • creation • creationism • creation myth • creation myths
The story of Creation is the most contested claim of the Holy Bible. Did God create the universe? Is Creation compatible with modern science?
evidence for creation • creation • creationism • creation myth • creation myths
IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED......
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
James Dahlman and Omaha Politics
Flamboyant and beloved, "Cowboy Jim" Dahlman reigned as mayor for 21 years during the most corrupt period in Omaha history.
james dahlman omaha politics • cowboy jim omaha history • tom dennison • political machine • courthouse riot of 1919
Flamboyant and beloved, "Cowboy Jim" Dahlman reigned as mayor for 21 years during the most corrupt period in Omaha history.
james dahlman omaha politics • cowboy jim omaha history • tom dennison • political machine • courthouse riot of 1919
NOMA
A discussion of Stephen Jay Gould's book <I>Rocks of Ages</I></a> that tries to reconcile the magisteria of science and religion.
science • religion • noma • non-overlapping magisteria • review
A discussion of Stephen Jay Gould's book <I>Rocks of Ages</I></a> that tries to reconcile the magisteria of science and religion.
science • religion • noma • non-overlapping magisteria • review
PRESIDENTIAL CHILDREN: CALIFORNIA OR BUST
In answering a letter from some readers in California, I discovered that a surprising number of presidential offspring moved to California. This article examines these westward bound presidential children.
tyler • garfield • wilson • hoover • roosevelt
In answering a letter from some readers in California, I discovered that a surprising number of presidential offspring moved to California. This article examines these westward bound presidential children.
tyler • garfield • wilson • hoover • roosevelt
The Election of 1900
By 1900 the United States had entered global affairs as a colonial power, espousing imperialism as a matter of national interest & security, despite Democrat opposition.
election of 1900 • mckinley versus bryan • american imperialism • campaign issues in 1900 • mark hanna and the election of 1900
By 1900 the United States had entered global affairs as a colonial power, espousing imperialism as a matter of national interest & security, despite Democrat opposition.
election of 1900 • mckinley versus bryan • american imperialism • campaign issues in 1900 • mark hanna and the election of 1900
The Legal Ramifications of Evolution vs Creation
The evolution vs creationism controversy grows ever more contentious and today rages not only scientifically but legally, socially, educationally, and even religiously.
evolution • creationism • scopes monkey trial • john scopes • creation science
The evolution vs creationism controversy grows ever more contentious and today rages not only scientifically but legally, socially, educationally, and even religiously.
evolution • creationism • scopes monkey trial • john scopes • creation science
The Life of Theodore Roosevelt
Following the assassination of President William McKinley in 1900, Theodore Roosevelt became the youngest president in American history to that point.
the life of theodore roosevelt • the 26th president of the united states • theodore roosevelt's early years • theodore roosevelt new york city • theodore roosevelt wife and mother died same day
Following the assassination of President William McKinley in 1900, Theodore Roosevelt became the youngest president in American history to that point.
the life of theodore roosevelt • the 26th president of the united states • theodore roosevelt's early years • theodore roosevelt new york city • theodore roosevelt wife and mother died same day
The Wizard of Oz as Allegory and Fairy Tale
Ever Since Henry Littlefield's 1964 interpretations of the Wizard of Oz as political allegory were published, scholars have attempted to build on that analysis.
the wizard of oz as allegory • the wizard of oz and political allegory • the wizard of oz an american fairy tale • deconstructing the wizard of oz • meaning of frank baum's characters
Ever Since Henry Littlefield's 1964 interpretations of the Wizard of Oz as political allegory were published, scholars have attempted to build on that analysis.
the wizard of oz as allegory • the wizard of oz and political allegory • the wizard of oz an american fairy tale • deconstructing the wizard of oz • meaning of frank baum's characters
Understanding Religious Liberty
Despite repeated challenges, the religious clause in the First Amendment continues to stand the test of time.
scopes trial • creation science • teaching evolution • religious liberty • first amendment challenges
Despite repeated challenges, the religious clause in the First Amendment continues to stand the test of time.
scopes trial • creation science • teaching evolution • religious liberty • first amendment challenges
FORGOTTEN FIRST LADY: THE OTHER MRS. WILSON
Although she was only First Lady for just over a year, the first wife of Woodrow Wilson had a significant effect on the position of First Lady. Wilson's second wife is more remembered, but the first one deserves to be remembered as well.
wilson • axson • ellen • mary peck • rome
Although she was only First Lady for just over a year, the first wife of Woodrow Wilson had a significant effect on the position of First Lady. Wilson's second wife is more remembered, but the first one deserves to be remembered as well.
wilson • axson • ellen • mary peck • rome
PRESIDENTIAL FEUDS, PART III
Once close personal friends and political allies, their bitter feud tore apart the Republican Party and allowed a Democrat to capture the White House and change the course of history.
taft • roosevelt • teddy • tr • republican
Once close personal friends and political allies, their bitter feud tore apart the Republican Party and allowed a Democrat to capture the White House and change the course of history.
taft • roosevelt • teddy • tr • republican
Random Thoughts II – Growing Time!
A collection of quotes to inspire and grow your resolve, patience and perseverance.
quotes • patience • perseverance • insight • growth
A collection of quotes to inspire and grow your resolve, patience and perseverance.
quotes • patience • perseverance • insight • growth
The Life of Teddy Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, was almost larger than life. In many ways he personified America's transition from the 1800s into 20th century.
theodore roosevelt • life of teddy roosevelt • teddy roosevelt • president teddy roosevelt • president theodore roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, was almost larger than life. In many ways he personified America's transition from the 1800s into 20th century.
theodore roosevelt • life of teddy roosevelt • teddy roosevelt • president teddy roosevelt • president theodore roosevelt
Third Time's The Charm, Part II
William Jennings Bryan was the only person to be runner-up in a Presidential election three times. He was also the youngest person ever nominated for President by a major political party. Although his government service only included four years in the U.S. House of Representatives and two years as Secretary of State, he had a dramatic effect on U.S. politics at the turn of the century, and started the movement that eventually became the modern Democratic Party.
bryan • mckinley • roosevelt • democratic • republican
William Jennings Bryan was the only person to be runner-up in a Presidential election three times. He was also the youngest person ever nominated for President by a major political party. Although his government service only included four years in the U.S. House of Representatives and two years as Secretary of State, he had a dramatic effect on U.S. politics at the turn of the century, and started the movement that eventually became the modern Democratic Party.
bryan • mckinley • roosevelt • democratic • republican
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Four
The continuing series profiling the most effective and principled advocates for the cornerstone tenets of America's founding era.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
The continuing series profiling the most effective and principled advocates for the cornerstone tenets of America's founding era.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
Wizard of Oz Part I
an introduction to the Wizard of Oz, touching the theosophical background of the allegory. Links to full text downloads, Oz sites, teaching materials and biographical resources are included
l frank baum • wizard of oz • oz • maud gage • theosophists
an introduction to the Wizard of Oz, touching the theosophical background of the allegory. Links to full text downloads, Oz sites, teaching materials and biographical resources are included
l frank baum • wizard of oz • oz • maud gage • theosophists
Intelligent Design - Part One
Isaac Newton once wrote: "This most beautiful system of the sun, planets, and comets, could only proceed from the counsel and dominion of an intelligent Being..."
evolution • darrow • bryan • teleogical • christian
Isaac Newton once wrote: "This most beautiful system of the sun, planets, and comets, could only proceed from the counsel and dominion of an intelligent Being..."
evolution • darrow • bryan • teleogical • christian
Naked, Deathless Splendor: The Majesty of America’s Greatest Champion
Final Installment of our series profiling the Greatest Champions of The United States of America
washington • lincoln • great • champions • america
Final Installment of our series profiling the Greatest Champions of The United States of America
washington • lincoln • great • champions • america
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Five
The fifth installment in our series looking at the most effective and principled advocates for America's founding principles.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
The fifth installment in our series looking at the most effective and principled advocates for America's founding principles.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Six
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
hope • lee • keller • roosevelt • twain
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
hope • lee • keller • roosevelt • twain
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