Political Parties in Michigan (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Floyd Benjamin Streeter

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331066980 ISBN 13 : 9781331066989

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover how Michigan’s political landscape took shape from statehood to the Civil War.

This historical study traces how parties formed, split, and realigned in a pivotal era, revealing the forces that shaped voting patterns and public opinion in the years after 1835. This edition examines the origins of the Democratic and Whig parties, the rise of factionalism, and the way economic, religious, and social factors influenced politics. It highlights how issues like railroads, debt, and the slavery question affected Michigan’s party alignments and set the stage for later political realignments. What you’ll experience

• A detailed look at party organization and regional strength in 1835–1843.
• How churches, schools, and social groups influenced voter choices.
• Profiles of different factions within the major parties and their goals.
• Context for the rise of abolitionist movements and the Liberty party.

Ideal for readers of state history and political evolution who want a clear, accessible account of Michigan’s antebellum political landscape and its lasting impact.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331066980
• ISBN 13: 9781331066989
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 447
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