The basic idea is that Roosevelt decides not to run for a fourth term due to his ailing health, and supports James Byrnes as his successor. Although he wins the nomination, those on the centre and left of the party feel that he may will alienate labour, Catholics and African-Americans, and so support Henry Wallace as the Vice Presidential candidate.
How plausible is this scenario and would they be able to win the 1944 election? If so, how would this affect US policies, both domestically and abroad? If not, how would a Republican led US affect the early years of the Cold War?
How plausible is this scenario and would they be able to win the 1944 election? If so, how would this affect US policies, both domestically and abroad? If not, how would a Republican led US affect the early years of the Cold War?