Rutherford B. Hayes as President

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Be an eyewitness to the swearing-in of one of America’s most controversial Presidents (well, at least in his time).  As a follow up to our 1877 cast, a brief look at the Presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes.

More About Election 2016

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For premium subscribers, more detail about the 2016 election and analysis of some of the talk going on – 2020 chances, what Democrats do, Nate Silver and Alan Lichtman.  Also I play a little music.

Events of 1916: 100 Years Ago

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Since we discuss the 1916 election on the most recent cast of My History Can Beat Up Your Politics, a little bit about the context of that election, notable births and deaths, and hit music.

To Rule 40 Years

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I was asked recently, how did the Democrats stay in power in the House so long?   Particularly after Reagan won office and the GOP held the Presidency from 80-88?  During that entire time, the opposition party controlled the House. … Continued