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Robert Bendiner discusses his book "Just Around the Corner" ; part 2

BROADCAST: Aug. 23, 1967 | DURATION: 00:21:58

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Synopsis

In Robert Bendiner's book, "Just Around the Corner: A Highly Selective History of the Thirties," Bendiner covered Herbert Hoover's ineptness and Franklin Roosevelt's heroism. Bendiner also remembers vividly the moment when Huey Long did a jig on the Senate floor. Long further explained that the New Deal had to happen because it was what all the people, of both parties needed.

Details

Broadcast Date
Aug. 23, 1967

Physical Format
2 sound tape reels (ca. 56 min.) : 7 in.

Duration
21 minutes, 58 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

American History & Politics

People

Journalists Editors Authors, Writers

Tags

Bendiner, Robert--Interviews Bendiner, Robert. Just around the corner. United States--History--1919-1933 United States--History--1933-1945 Audiotapes. Radio programs. Bendiner, Robert,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) American history American journalists The Great Depression FDR Franklin D. Roosevelt The New Deal Long, Huey WPA artists

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