Political Showdown Looms
La Follette's disastrous speech at a banquet highlights the tension within the progressive movement as he offends an audience of media professionals. Meanwhile, Roosevelt, initially hesitant to run, finds himself compelled to enter the race after La Follette's blunder, declaring his readiness for a fierce political battle. The stage is set for a tumultuous Republican National Convention, where friendships may be tested and alliances broken.In this clip
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124: The “Bull Moose” Election of 1912
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