About this Episode

Hillary and Tina cover former Louisiana Governor and US Senator, Huey Long.

Huey Long, the charismatic yet controversial Louisiana Governor and US Senator, wielded power with strong-arm tactics. BUT his story takes a dark turn when he's assassinated, leaving behind a complicated legacy.

Sources
Hillary's Story
The Atlantic
When Demagogic Populism Swings Left--by Annika Neklason

Britannica
Huey Long

Gale
FBI File on Huey Long

History
Huey Long

Huey Long Website
Huey Long Biography

JSTOR Daily
Huey Long: A Fiery Populist Who Wanted to Share the Wealth--by Peter Feuerherd

Library of Congress
U.S. Senator Huey Long, the political "Kingfish" of Louisiana

PBS
Huey Long Documentary

Time
The Strange Career of Assassinated Louisiana Politician Huey Long--by Jennifer Latson

United States Senate
Huey Long: A Featured Biography

Wikipedia
Huey Long

Photos
Huey Long--by Harris & Ewing (Public Domain via Wikipedia)
Huey Long Grave at Louisiana Capitol--by Frank McMains via Country Roads Magazine

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