Huey Long

(1893-1935)

American politician from Louisiana

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Huey Pierce Long Jr. (August 30, 1893 – September 10, 1935), byname "The Kingfish", was an American politician who served as the 40th governor of Louisiana from 1928 to 1932 and as a member of the United States Senate from 1932 until his assassination in 1935. A populist member of the Democratic Party, he rose to national prominence during the Great Depression for his vocal criticism of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his New Deal from the left. As the political leader of Louisiana, he commanded wide networks of supporters and often took forceful action. Celebrated as a populist benefactor or conversely denounced as a fascistic demagogue, Long remains a controversial figure.

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Born	Huey Pierce Long Jr. 30 August 1893 Winnfield, Louisiana, USA
Died	10 September 1935 (aged 42) Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
Zodiac	Virgo
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Russell B. Long · Son · 1918-2003 · American politician edit info

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George S. Long · Brother · 1883-1958 · American politician edit info

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Earl Long · Brother · 1895-1960 · 45th governor of Louisiana edit info

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