Nellie Taft

The Unconventional First Lady of the Ragtime Era

Autori

• Carl Sferrazza Anthony

Parametri

Pagine

560pagine

Tempo di lettura

20ore

• Biografie e pensieri
• Politica
• Saggistica
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Storia

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Nellie Taft's bold declaration of a joint presidency at her husband's inauguration marked a significant departure from tradition. As a progressive First Lady, she championed higher education and partial suffrage for women while pushing for improved working conditions for federal employees. Defying societal norms, she embraced smoking, drinking, and gambling, and actively challenged racial and class barriers, setting a precedent for future First Ladies. Her dynamic personality and advocacy made her a notable figure in American history.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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