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Harry S. Truman, Alben W. Barkley, and Richard Russell, Jr. were among the contenders at the 1948 Democratic National Convention. Others included Paul V. McNutt and James A. Roe.
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What did many southern democrats begin calling themselves during the 1948 elections?
They were known as "Dixiecrats" a portmanteau of Dixie (the South) and Democrat (they split from the Democrat party)
What is a Dixiecrat?
a member of a faction of southern Democrats stressing states' rights and opposed to the civil-rights programs of the Democratic party, esp. a southern Democrat who bolted the party in 1948 and voted for the candidates of the States' Rights Democratic party.
Who were the canidates for president in 1948?
Major candidates: Democrat - Incumbent President Harry S Truman of Missouri (winner) Republican - Governor Thomas Dewey of New York Important 3rd party candidates: States Rights Democrat - Governor Strom Thurmond of South Carolina Progressive - Former Vice President Henry Wallace of Iowa Minor candidates: Socialist - Norman Thomas of New York Prohibitionist - Claude A. Watson of California
He US and 20 Latin American nations formed the Organization of American States in 1948?
The creation of the Organization of American States (OAS) in 1948 aimed to promote cooperation and solidarity among member countries in the Americas. The OAS serves as a platform for political dialogue, conflict resolution, and the advancement of democracy and human rights in the region. It also facilitates economic integration and fosters social development in member states.
Who was assassinated in 1948?
Mohandas karamchand Gandhi was assassinated by Naathuram Godse on 30th January 1948.
