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What was Huey P. Long known as?
What was Huey P. Long known as?
What was the slogan used by Huey P. Long to appeal to his followers?
What was the slogan used by Huey P. Long to appeal to his followers?
What did Huey P. Long advocate for in terms of wealth?
What did Huey P. Long advocate for in terms of wealth?
How many 'Share the Wealth' clubs were formed due to Long's popularity?
How many 'Share the Wealth' clubs were formed due to Long's popularity?
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What happened to Huey P. Long's presidential ambitions?
What happened to Huey P. Long's presidential ambitions?
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Study Notes
- Huey P. Long, known as "the Kingfish", was a prominent demagogue during the Great Depression era.
- Long appealed to poor farmers and laborers with a "poor against the wealthy" message and the slogan "Share the Wealth".
- He advocated for wealth redistribution, proposing limits on individual wealth and promising $5,000 for deserving families.
- Long promised his followers an annual income, shorter work weeks, vacations, pensions, and free education.
- Long's popularity led to the formation of over 27,000 "Share the Wealth" clubs with 4.6 million members nationwide.
- Despite his national support, Long's presidential ambitions were cut short when he was assassinated in 1935.
- His death was mourned across the nation, and he was buried with honors in Louisiana, with statues erected in his memory.
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Learn about Huey P. Long, the prominent demagogue during the Great Depression era, and his 'Share the Wealth' movement advocating for wealth redistribution. Explore his policies, political message, and the impact of his assassination.
