Belle La Follette: Progressive Era Reformer

by Nancy C. Unger

Book Overview

In 1931, the New York Times hailed Belle Case La Follette as "probably the least known yet most influential of all the American women who have had to do with public affairs." A dedicated advocate for women's suffrage, peace, and other causes, she served as a key advisor to her husband, leading Progressive politician Robert La Follette. She also wielded considerable influence through her own speeches and journalism, as when she opposed racism...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138779776
• ISBN13: 9781138779778
• Release Date: August 2015
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"