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Genre/Form: | Biographies Biography |
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Named Person: | John L McClellan; John L McClellan |
Material Type: | Biography |
Document Type: | Book |
All Authors / Contributors: |
Sherry Laymon |
ISBN: | 9781613464861 161346486X |
OCLC Number: | 756375395 |
Description: | 424 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
Contents: | Foreword -- Introduction -- Arkansas origins -- A political apprenticeship -- Learning the ropes during the War era -- Fighting McCarthy and McMath -- Investigating labor unions and the TFX spectacle -- Crusading for law and order -- Civil rights and Civil riots -- Elder statesman -- Index -- Endnotes. |
Other Titles: | John L. McClellan, United States Senator |
Responsibility: | Sherry Laymon. |
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FAST-MOVING BIOGRAPHY; A TRUE PAGE-TURNER; GREAT BOOK FOR A MOVIE!
FEARLESS is a fascinating biography that documents Senator McClellan's traumatic and dramatic life. From his humble beginnings on a sharecropper's farm to his tenure in the United States Senate, John McClellan lived life to the fullest. As a child he decided to become a senator, and quickly embarked...
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FEARLESS is a fascinating biography that documents Senator McClellan's traumatic and dramatic life. From his humble beginnings on a sharecropper's farm to his tenure in the United States Senate, John McClellan lived life to the fullest. As a child he decided to become a senator, and quickly embarked on a path that eventually led him to Washington, D.C., albeit he got sidetracked a few times by political losses and wrangling. His political quarrels with his opponents revealed him to be an intimidating individual, but his softer side is disclosed through his relationships with his children. He rose through the ranks in Congress to become one of the most powerful people in Washington. His investigations into labor union racketeering, organized crime, and civil rights demonstrations greatly impacted the American people. The author describes McClellan's unpleasant encounters with such unsavory characters as Dave Beck, Jimmy Hoffa, and Vito Genovese; his political disputes with Franklin Roosevelt, Harry Truman, Lyndon Johnson, and Richard Nixon; and his working relationships with Joe McCarthy, Robert Kennedy, John Kennedy, Barry Goldwater, and others. The current group of congressmen and senators would do well to emulate McClellan's unassuming and pragmatic approach to solving the nation's problems. This biography, a page-turner, is well written and well researched. Great read for readers of all genres.
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ACTION PACKED BIOGRAPHY OF A FASCINATING LIFE!
A compelling biography of a Southern conservative Democrat who overcame multiple tragedies...
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A compelling biography of a Southern conservative Democrat who overcame multiple tragedies in his personal life to become one of the most powerful Senators during his time. He confronted comparable issues facing the country today, such as deficit spending, labor union corruption, and the mafia, and rendered commonsense solutions by asserting a deep-rooted principle to do the right thing. This well-written book presents a fascinating glimpse into McClellan’s personal life, political contests, and professional career. FROM THE BACK COVER; ‘This narrative has captured the very essence of my father’s being. His deep-rooted faith, strong convictions, and compassionate heart are underlying themes throughout the book. The author presents the investigative and legislative processes of Congress while disclosing a close association with the Kennedy family and working relationships with others of interest. His productive labors continue to have an impact on our society today.’ -Mary Alice McClellan McDermott, daughter of John McClellan ‘[Laymon's] work has expanded and made more complete my understanding of the motivations and behavioral patterns that made [McClellan] unique. Readers will obtain a picture of the power to achieve of a determined, dedicated, and principled US Senator. -Emon A. Mahony, Jr Legislative assistant to Senator McClellan
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- Arkansas -- Biography.
- United States -- Politics and government -- 20th century.
- United States. -- Congress. -- Senate.
- Legislators.
- Politics and government
- Arkansas.
- United States.