Wisconsin's Fighting Senator La Follette praised by Edgerton
James A. Edgerton extols Wisconsin's Robert M. La Follette as a committed reformer who battled railroads trusts and political bosses for over a decade. The piece highlights his rise from Dane County district attorney to congressman and senator, his fighting spirit, and calls readers to trust a true, principled leader to reclaim government from selfish interests, urging support for his presidential potential.
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La Follette’s Stand Against Preds and Trust Power
The piece touts Robert M. La Follette as a battle-tested foe of predatory interests in the United States Senate. It argues that electing him means resisting corporate rule and graft, naming La Follette’s origin near Madison, Wisconsin, and noting his role on the Ways and Means Committee during McKinley’s tariff era.
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Do You Think For Yourself Do You Think For Yourself
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La Follette’s Long Fight Against Machine Politics in Wisconsin
A detailed account traces Robert M. La Follette’s battles since 1800 against political machines and railroads. It covers his 1890s illness, 1898 gubernatorial bid, persistent primaries in Dane County, and decisive 1900s campaigns culminating in multiple gubernatorial wins and stalled reform in the legislature. It emphasizes resilience, self-control, and the push for a state primary law, equal taxation, and railroad rate reform, amid strong national opposition.
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