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10/12 – Mudslinging, Muckraking, and Apple Pie: Presidential Campaigns, the Great American Pastime

October 12 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Mudslinging, Muckraking, and Apple Pie: Presidential Campaigns, the Great American Pastime

Name: 10/12 – Mudslinging, Muckraking, and Apple Pie: Presidential Campaigns, the Great American Pastime
Start: 2024-10-12T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-10-12T14:30:00-05:00
Location: DuPage County Historical Museum

Saturday, October 12 | 1P | Ages 12 and up

Are you tired of the current political climate? Believe it or not, political campaigns have been even more cutthroat in the past. Join this program to learn about the mudslinging and muckraking tactics used in historical elections such as the Jefferson v. Adams campaign of 1800, the Jackson v. Adams of 1828, and the Lincoln v. Douglas of 1860. We’ll also delve into Teddy Roosevelt’s decision to start his own political party in the 1912 campaign. This is perfect for election year or studying the history of elections.

Support provided by DuPage Foundation.

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