George Wallace: Conservative Populist

George Wallace: Conservative Populist - Hardcover

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George Wallace: Conservative Populist - Hardcover

George Wallace: Conservative Populist - Hardcover

by Lloyd Rohler
$180.00
$180.00

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by Lloyd Rohler (Author)

The story of George Wallace is the odyssey of a young war veteran who entered politics to support progressive policies, but instead descended into the politics of racism following the loss of his lifetime dream of being elected Governor of Alabama in 1958. His political career demonstrates the ability of a demagogue and agitator to exploit racial fears to achieve political power.

This work traces the career of the man who symbolized Southern opposition to integration, but ironically ended up gaining overwhelming support from black voters in his final election campaign. He ultimately returned the favor by appointing a large number of blacks to state boards and commissions.

Author Biography

LLOYD ROHLER is Professor of Communication Studies, University of North Carolina, Wilmington.

Number of Pages: 218
Dimensions: 0.8 x 9.3 x 6.1 IN
Publication Date: October 01, 2004
ISBN9780313311192
Author Lloyd Rohler
PublisherPraeger
GenreBiography and Education
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 2004
LanguageENG- English
Pages218
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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Biography & Autobiography Language Arts & Disciplines Nonfiction

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