Alice Roosevelt Longworth was the oldest daughter of President Theodore Roosevelt. She grew up to become just as outspoken and strong-willed as her father. Alice was the most unconventional first daughter ever to live in the White House. She became a Washington socialite and political power broker with a keen intellect and a razor-sharp tongue.Continue reading “The Spirited Alice Roosevelt Longworth – Teddy’s Oldest Daughter”
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Teddy Roosevelt’s Darkest Day was NOT as US President
Theodore Roosevelt’s darkest day did not occur while he was President of the United States, but rather 17 years earlier.
Mother Jones, the Mother of Labor Unions
You may know the name Mother Jones from the progressive news magazine & website. But its namesake, Mary Harris “Mother” Jones was a fearless fighter for the working class and a tireless labor activist. Her opponents in industry and congress labeled her “The most dangerous woman in America!” Jones combined radical organizing methods and energeticContinue reading “Mother Jones, the Mother of Labor Unions”