125: In the Shadow of Power: Edith Galt, the Secret President
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125: In the Shadow of Power: Edith Galt, the Secret President
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Whispers of a 'petticoat government' reverberated through the corridors of the White House during Woodrow Wilson's presidency, but how much truth was there to the rumors? It is said that...
mostra di piùEdith's journey from a socialite widow to a 'First Lady acting as president' raises the curtain on a pivotal yet largely untold story in American politics. Following President Wilson's debilitating stroke in 1919, Edith Galt Wilson found herself in a position of unprecedented, unelected influence. Critics called her "Mrs. President," while supporters lauded her as a protective spouse preserving her husband's health and his office. We'll delve into the constitutional crises, personal trials, and political intrigues that paint the portrait of a time when a woman's command came from behind the scenes, casting a long shadow on the power structures of the day.
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Autore | Shane Waters |
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