18min chapter

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg cover image

Fatally Flawed

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

CHAPTER

The Unconventional Path to Politics

The chapter explores how a man from an agricultural background and journalism became a key figure in politics, eventually joining FDR's ticket due to his expertise. It delves into his controversial appointment of a white Russian artist mystic for an expedition and his involvement in a religious cult. The narrative also covers his interactions with FDR, his diplomatic travels, and the power dynamics within the Department of Commerce.

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