J. HOWARD MCGRATH

(James Howard McGrath | Howard McGrath)


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Truman had no rich supporters and the radio networks, like most businesses, supported his Republican opponent, Thomas E. Dewey. They charged high rates for a campaign speech. Truman could not afford to pay for the radio speech which convinced most that he could not possibly win.


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J. Howard McGrath
J. Howard McGrath
  • Born: November 28, 1903
  • Died: September 2, 1966
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Politician

James Howard McGrath was an American politician and attorney from the U.S. state of Rhode Island. McGrath, a Democrat, served as U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island before becoming governor, U.S. Solicitor General, U.S. Senator, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, and Attorney General of the United States.