Roosevelt Sweeps Nation: FDR’s 1936 Landslide and the Triumph of the Liberal Ideal

Franklin D.

Roosevelt's 1936 landslide re-election was more than just a political victory - it was a turning point in American history.

In this groundbreaking book, David Pietrusza uncovers the intricate web of personalities, ambitions, and plots that shaped the election and transformed the nation.

With in-depth examinations of rabble-rousing Senator Huey Long, powerful newspaper baron William Randolph Hearst, and wildly popular radio commentator Father Coughlin, Roosevelt Sweeps Nation reveals how a polarized nation was reborn in the face of unprecedented political and economic upheaval.

This comprehensive and engrossing account is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of American politics and society during this pivotal era.