EPISODE · Jun 6, 2026 · 13 MIN
The Wrong Turn That Saved Democracy
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In 1933, a Miami mayor's terrible aim and a Chicago carpenter's quick reflexes changed the course of American history in ways no one could have imagined. What if FDR had died three weeks before his inauguration—and how did a five-foot-tall Italian immigrant accidentally save the New Deal? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1933, a Miami mayor's terrible aim and a Chicago carpenter's quick reflexes changed the course of American history in ways no one could have imagined. What if FDR had died three weeks before his inauguration—and how did a five-foot-tall Italian immigrant accidentally save the New Deal?
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