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Corruption électorale Corruption électorale Louisiane Elections Corrupt practices Gouverneurs Louisiane Élection 19e siècle Governors Louisiana Election 19th century Kellogg, William Pitt 1830-1918 Louisiane Politique et gouvernement 19e siècle McEnery, John 1833-1891 Political culture Southern States History 19th century Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877) LouisianaFilter By Authors
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Summary: The Louisiana gubernatorial election of 1872 was the most contentious in American history. After both parties complained of corruption, neither candidate would concede, two governors claimed office and chaos erupted. Rival newspapers engaged in a bitter war of words, politicians plotted to overthrow the government, and their supporters fought in the streets and attempted assassinations. The...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hanover Square Press 2024