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From the beginning of the presidential nominating conventions in the 1830s really through the 1950s, you had conventions
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"From the beginning of the presidential nominating conventions in the 1830's really through the 1950's, you had conventions that actually did real business"

- Michael Beschloss

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This quote by Michael Beschloss is describing the background of governmental nominating conventions in the United States. From the 1830s to the 1950s, these conventions were a place where real business was conducted. This means that the conventions were not simply a place for political parties to show off their candidates as well as systems, however were likewise an area where important choices were made. During this moment, the conventions were a place where party leaders can come together to go over as well as select the event's platform, the candidate they would certainly choose, as well as the methods they would use to win the political election. This quote highlights the importance of the conventions during this time around duration, and just how they were an area where genuine business was carried out.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Michael Beschloss somewhere between November 30, 1955 and today. He/she was a famous Historian from USA. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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