Pappy O Daniel used entertainment to drive Texas politics
A Texas flour mogul and radio host, Wilbert Lee Pappy O Daniel rode a media wave to two terms as governor starting in 1938 and later a U S Senate win over Lyndon Johnson. He campaigned on dismantling the establishment and promoting working class values, inspiring a populist figure akin to Trump but never ran for president.
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Donald Trump pressed the Republican Party to boost outreach to African American voters at a Virginia rally, amid broader efforts to broaden support among Hispanic and minority communities. He vowed the GOP has to do better and cited changes after a campaign shake up. he claims potential gains despite lagging polls.
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