Title: The political principles of Robert A. Taft
First published: 1967
Description: "Robert A. Taft has been neglected by some historians and political theorists and vilified by others. Vigorously and impartially written, this book analyzes the ideas and influence of a great U.S. senator of the twentieth century. Here readers will find a close and lively examination of Taft's convictions on freedom, justice, labor policy, social reform, foreign affairs, and the responsibilities of political parties. Respected for his intelligence and integrity, Robert Taft was considered the most remarkable public man of a turbulent political era. He was strong and candid, yet was repeatedly denied executive power. Despite this, he will undoubtedly be long remembered. Drawing on many contemporary sources, including the Taft Papers in the Library of Congress, Kirk and Mc- Clellan set Taft in historical perspective. Taft's enduring significance to a normative theory of politics is made clear in this careful study, which includes extensive quotations from his outstanding speeches and writings. Available in paperback for the first time, this edition includes a new introduction by Jeffrey Nelson, who has been closely associated with Russell Kirk."--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Politics and government, Foreign relations, Political and social views, Taft, robert a. (robert alphonso), 1889-1953, United states, politics and government, 1933-1953, United states, foreign relations, 1933-1945, United states, foreign relations, 1945-1961, History
Places: United States
People: Robert A. Taft (1889-1953)
Time periods: 1933-1953, 1933-1945, 1945-1953
LC classification: E748.T2 K5