A Pop Quiz for Liberals.

Let’s see who is really good on their liberal history.

Tonight we will focus on the FDR and the 1930s.

Question # 1. During FDR’s 1930 re-election campaign what was the name of the ex-boxing commissioner that served as FDR’s state Chairman?

Question # 2. During FDR’s run for the presidency he surrounded himself with a group of men who became known as the “brain trust.” What was the name of the New York Times writer who christened them that name?

Question # 3. In what city did the convention that nominated FDR take place?


Question # 4. How many ballots were taken during the convention before FDR won the nomination?

Question # 5. Where did FDR spend election night the first time he elected President?

Question # 6. How many electoral votes did FDR win that first election?

1. Alfred E. Neuman.

2. Rick Bragg.

3. Chicago.

4. 7.

5. In bed.

6. 312.

1. James A. Farley

2. Samuel Rosenman I think, who was one of his speech writers.

3. Der Vindy Chity

4. Four?



6. 472