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krwlz · 02-13-2004, 07:05 AM

The year was 1928, and the election was that of the president of the United States. Herbert Hoover was nominated as the republican candidate, and was opposed by Alfred Smith.

Hoovers Campaign slogan for this election was “A chicken in every pot and a car in every garage which granted him much support form the people of the US.

Smith was the first Roman Catholic ever to run for president, and there was major concern that if elected, he would make Catholicism our national religion. Hoover however was a protestant

While Smith supported the repealing of the 18th amendment (prohibition) and revising of liquor laws, Hoover adamantly supported the continuation of the prohibition, in its full force.

The country was prosperous at this time, and the Democratic south had recently been broken by the republicans. Hoover reaped the benefits of the prospering economy, and the republican support from the south.

The third issue to give Hoover a boost, was Tammany Hall. Smith had a long association with Tammany Hall, a political association that was not well looked upon by the voters of this nation. While not personally corrupt, the reputation of Tammany hall seriously hurt his Campaign. Tammany was renowned for their big city corruption, organized crime, and prostitution.

Lastly, Hoover was a proven diplomat, and gave sound speeches over the radio. This attitude contrasted highly with Smith’s “Breeze-easy” New Yorker accent. Something that the people of the mid-west weren’t used to hearing, much less trusting.

Hoover won the election with 58.2% of the popular vote. The electoral college gave swayed the results even more in favor of Herbert Hoover, leaving the nation with a final vote of 444 to 87.

Given what information there is surviving the time, it is clear to me that Smith was more then likely the better candidate. He supported actual political issues, instead of simply promising continued prosperity, especially considering Hoover’s words, which he later regretted, “a final triumph over poverty”.

Theres my paper... Please refrain from assigning another.

02-13-2004, 07:05 AM	#15 (permalink)
krwlz Fledgling Dead Head Location: Clarkson U.	The year was 1928, and the election was that of the president of the United States. Herbert Hoover was nominated as the republican candidate, and was opposed by Alfred Smith. Hoovers Campaign slogan for this election was “A chicken in every pot and a car in every garage which granted him much support form the people of the US. Smith was the first Roman Catholic ever to run for president, and there was major concern that if elected, he would make Catholicism our national religion. Hoover however was a protestant While Smith supported the repealing of the 18th amendment (prohibition) and revising of liquor laws, Hoover adamantly supported the continuation of the prohibition, in its full force. The country was prosperous at this time, and the Democratic south had recently been broken by the republicans. Hoover reaped the benefits of the prospering economy, and the republican support from the south. The third issue to give Hoover a boost, was Tammany Hall. Smith had a long association with Tammany Hall, a political association that was not well looked upon by the voters of this nation. While not personally corrupt, the reputation of Tammany hall seriously hurt his Campaign. Tammany was renowned for their big city corruption, organized crime, and prostitution. Lastly, Hoover was a proven diplomat, and gave sound speeches over the radio. This attitude contrasted highly with Smith’s “Breeze-easy” New Yorker accent. Something that the people of the mid-west weren’t used to hearing, much less trusting. Hoover won the election with 58.2% of the popular vote. The electoral college gave swayed the results even more in favor of Herbert Hoover, leaving the nation with a final vote of 444 to 87. Given what information there is surviving the time, it is clear to me that Smith was more then likely the better candidate. He supported actual political issues, instead of simply promising continued prosperity, especially considering Hoover’s words, which he later regretted, “a final triumph over poverty”. Theres my paper... Please refrain from assigning another.