Long, Huey


A political leader of the 1920s and 1930s who served as governor of Louisiana and represented that state in the Senate. He promised every family enough money for a home, car, radio, pension, and college education. A demagogue, Long dominated Louisiana's politics and pushed aside opposition. He planned to run for president but was assassinated before he could do so.

Notes for Long, Huey

Long was nicknamed the “Kingfish.”

Notes for Long, Huey

Members of Long's family played a prominent role in Louisiana and national politics for some time.

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