It's looking good, though with FDR in ill health, the Ds would be putting Truman out there more to compensate
When you say open, do you mean anyone can contribute as long as its not asb or contradictory?
Concord Monitor Headline, October 10, 1944:
Fights Break Out in Detroit! Police Intervene!
As election day nears, it appears tension is only growing. Outside an automobile plant in Detroit, pro-Roosevelt and pro-Dewey workers got into a fight, escalating into hundreds of people rioting against one another.
Fortunately, the police broke it up in due time. One man was critically injured, and hospitalized. Neither candidates have commented...
Fights Break Out in Detroit! Police Intervene!
As election day nears, it appears tension is only growing. Outside an automobile plant in Detroit, pro-Roosevelt and pro-Dewey workers got into a fight, escalating into hundreds of people rioting against one another.
Fortunately, the police broke it up in due time. One man was critically injured, and hospitalized. Neither candidates have commented...
Yes. I do have something I was planning for the alternate presidents thread, just the beginning of another list. But I'd be willing to contribute.
The Guardian Headline, October 12, 1944:
Athens Liberated!
The Greek capital has been liberated by the National Liberation Front, and British paratroopers. Naturally, it has led to celebrations throughout the country, as German troops retreat. It is believed that the German withdrawal is due not only to the valor of the partisans, but also to the Soviet advance in Yugoslavia.
There are reports that hostilities between the left-wing EAM and certain monarchist elements...
Athens Liberated!
The Greek capital has been liberated by the National Liberation Front, and British paratroopers. Naturally, it has led to celebrations throughout the country, as German troops retreat. It is believed that the German withdrawal is due not only to the valor of the partisans, but also to the Soviet advance in Yugoslavia.
There are reports that hostilities between the left-wing EAM and certain monarchist elements...
With FDR in ill health, I'm expecting Truman to play the part of the attack dog against Dewey
The Town Talk Headline, October 15, 1944:
Truman Denounces Dewey as "Fraud!" Urges Moderate Republicans to Vote Democrat!
At a rally in Sun Valley, Idaho, Senator Truman Said, "Dewey is Nothing But a Self-Serving Jackal! He's a Fraud when it Comes to Fighting for the Working Man!" Throughout the country, Democratic agents have published posters, such as "Dewey in the White House in `45... Means that America is Back in `29."
Dewey's Campaign Spokespeople Have Openly Denied Truman's Attacks...
Truman Denounces Dewey as "Fraud!" Urges Moderate Republicans to Vote Democrat!
At a rally in Sun Valley, Idaho, Senator Truman Said, "Dewey is Nothing But a Self-Serving Jackal! He's a Fraud when it Comes to Fighting for the Working Man!" Throughout the country, Democratic agents have published posters, such as "Dewey in the White House in `45... Means that America is Back in `29."
Dewey's Campaign Spokespeople Have Openly Denied Truman's Attacks...
Sun Advocate Headline, October 18, 1944:
Ronald Reagan Speaks at Roosevelt Rally!
Hollywood star Ronald Reagan has appeared at a Democratic fundraising rally in Los Angeles. He said, "President Roosevelt Has Tirelessly Fought for those Trying to Make a Living, Trying to Support their Families, Trying to Do Right... I see no reason to elect someone, then, who serves at the wit of the Wall Street financier."
The rally raised approximately $257,554, according...
Ronald Reagan Speaks at Roosevelt Rally!
Hollywood star Ronald Reagan has appeared at a Democratic fundraising rally in Los Angeles. He said, "President Roosevelt Has Tirelessly Fought for those Trying to Make a Living, Trying to Support their Families, Trying to Do Right... I see no reason to elect someone, then, who serves at the wit of the Wall Street financier."
The rally raised approximately $257,554, according...
Advocate-Messenger Headline, October 20, 1944:
US Troops Land in the Philippines!
American troops of the Sixth Army, as well as Filipino exiles, have landed at Leyte. After they have secured the beach, General MacArthur and Commonwealth President Osmena have landed.
In a historic moment, General MacArthur has said, "I have returned." referencing...
US Troops Land in the Philippines!
American troops of the Sixth Army, as well as Filipino exiles, have landed at Leyte. After they have secured the beach, General MacArthur and Commonwealth President Osmena have landed.
In a historic moment, General MacArthur has said, "I have returned." referencing...
Baptist Messenger Headline, October 21, 1944:
Allied Troops Capture Aachen!
The U.S. First Army has Captured the German City of Aachen. This followed nineteen days of bitter urban warfare, and at least 5,000 casualties on the American side. Finally, the commander of the German forces, Colonel Wilck, has surrendered.
Aachen is the first...
Allied Troops Capture Aachen!
The U.S. First Army has Captured the German City of Aachen. This followed nineteen days of bitter urban warfare, and at least 5,000 casualties on the American side. Finally, the commander of the German forces, Colonel Wilck, has surrendered.
Aachen is the first...
Toronto Star headline, October 25, 1944:
Romania Liberated by Red Army!
After months of grueling fighting, Soviet troops have liberated Romania from German occupation. Those forces are under the command of General Rodion Malinovsky. The liberation of Bucharest follows that of Riga, in Lithuania, and it's clear that within months the crumbling German resolve will culminate in a liberation of Berlin.
It seems..
Romania Liberated by Red Army!
After months of grueling fighting, Soviet troops have liberated Romania from German occupation. Those forces are under the command of General Rodion Malinovsky. The liberation of Bucharest follows that of Riga, in Lithuania, and it's clear that within months the crumbling German resolve will culminate in a liberation of Berlin.
It seems..
Ringier Headline, November 1 1944:
British Troops Land in Walcheren Island!
In an attempt to open the Port of Antwerp to shipping, the Fourth Special Service Brigade, backed by Canada's Second Infantry Division, have landed on Walcheren Island. There are also reports that French commandos are partaking in this operation. Walcheren island...
British Troops Land in Walcheren Island!
In an attempt to open the Port of Antwerp to shipping, the Fourth Special Service Brigade, backed by Canada's Second Infantry Division, have landed on Walcheren Island. There are also reports that French commandos are partaking in this operation. Walcheren island...
Despite the Dallas Morning News's unfortunate and now infamous call, Republican Tom Dewey won the 1944 US election, with a comfortable Electoral College victory, despite losing the popular vote. Dewey managed to campaign as a 'fresh face' for 'good government', and with rumors of FDR's health deteriorating becoming increasingly widespread after faltering campaign performances, a big enough minority of voters decided it was time to move on and FDR and the Democrats indeed had become old and tired. The Democratic campaign is widely seen as a failure, having failed to counter Dewey's attacks or press its own message, instead being a 'ramshamble' according to one observer of attacks on Dewey. Dewey by contrast ran a forceful and clear campaign, and managed to have the GOP be more liberal than previously and far more effective at wooing critical swing voters. FDR's faltering performance seems to have crippled the Democrats. Dewey also used the issue of civil rights as a wedge, peeling off black voters from the Democrats and dividing the New Deal coalition. The recent Allied victories in the war may have even worked against FDR, by persuading Americans they were going to win and turning the focus onto peace-time economic and domestic management. Ultimately, it is a shocking upset and ends an era in American politics. To the surprise of almost everyone, Tom Dewey will be President of the United States.