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Goldwater’s Contested Convention

Goldwater’s Contested Convention

FromWhistlestop: Presidential History and Trivia


Goldwater’s Contested Convention

FromWhistlestop: Presidential History and Trivia

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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Mar 23, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of Slate's podcast about campaign history, John Dickerson explains how, despite the efforts of many establishment Republicans, Sen. Barry Goldwater clinched the GOP nomination for president in 1964. Love Slate podcasts? Listen longer with Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, ad-free versions, exclusive podcasts, and more. Start your 2-week free trial at slate.com/podcastsplus. Email: whistlestop@slate.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Released:
Mar 23, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (90)

John Dickerson of Slate’s Political Gabfest revisits a moment from the American carnival of politics. Hear about the grand speeches, emergency strategies, baby kissing, and backstabbing that make each presidential cycle so fascinating.