He was a writer, known for robert lafollette campaign speech 1924, presidential possibilities 1912 and animated weekly, no. Johnson state historical society of wisconsin for the dept. Her opeds applying the progressive tradition to the present are syndicated by the history news service and have appeared in major newspapers across the country. He represented wisconsin in both chambers of congress and served as the governor of wisconsin. As useful as drakes book is for historians, it might most profitably be read by. House of representatives, where he supported the mckinley tariff bill. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Written in a clear, vigorous style, this account of robert m.
He was a founding father of american progressivism and ran as the u. I also didnt like his decision going into world war i. Birding in florida is a rich and rewarding experience, and this hardcover book birds of florida i. Before the war is ended, the war party assumes the divine right to denounce and silence all opposition to war as unpatriotic and cowardly. June 14, 1855 june 18, 1925 was an american republican and progressive lawyer and politician from wisconsin. A republican for most of his career, he ran for president of the united states as the nominee of his own progressive party in the 1924 presidential election. Indeed, it is the first fullscale biography of robert m. Over a twelve month period, i had the opportunity to travel all around the united states and canada to condu. This database is his autobiography published in 19. Leader of the progressive movement, he served as the governor of wisconsin from 1901 to 1906 and later as a us senator from 1906 until 1925. Now in paperback with a new preface, this comprehensive biography weaves the triumph and the tragedy of the public and private lives of the most famous of wisconsin leaders, robert fighting bob. Sutton, age 84, of lafollette, died on saturday, march 14. Conditions on wisconsin indian reservations, 19091910.
Expansion studies in american thought and culture drake, richard on. He is preceded in death by his parents, swepson and nannie miller sutton. From humble roots, he rose to political prominence as wisconsin governor, senator and. As an outspoken son of representative, senator, and wisconsin governor robert m. As a teenager, he farmed for several years before entering the. Ingersoll had a tremendous influence upon me, as indeed he had upon many. Robert marion, 18551925 online books about this author are available, as is a wikipedia article. After serving as a second lieutenant in the army, he completed his undergraduate degree and went on to receive a law degree from the university of wisconsin in 1922. I am a supporter of woodrow wilson but ive always thought that he was under complete control of the big business.
Theodore roosevelt and the republican rebels who created progressive politics, july 22, 2014. He served as district attorney for dane county, wisconsin for four years before being elected to congress in 1884. He is the author of numerous research articles, book chapters, and books. He graduated from the university of wisconsin in 1879, was admitted to the bar in 1880, was appointed district attorney of dane county from 1880 to 1884, and served from 1885 to 1891 in the u. He is survived by his nieces, nephews, and a host of. Online shopping from a great selection at books store.