This Day A Brawl In Congress (1798) w/ Joanne Freeman
Jan 30, 2024
Joanne Freeman, a Yale history professor, joins the hosts to discuss a violent brawl that took place in Congress in 1798. They explore the party divisions, philosophical differences, and class dynamics that fueled the violence. The episode also explores the abnormal existence of political parties in 1798 and the relationship between violence and partisanship in American politics throughout history. The guest shares the story of Matthew Lyon, who was charged with violating the Sedition Act and later achieved an electoral victory.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Congressional Brawl of 1798
01:43 • 9min
The Abnormality of Political Parties in 1798
11:05 • 3min
Violence and Partisanship in American Politics
13:44 • 4min
The Story of Matthew Lyon: Imprisonment and Electoral Victory
18:04 • 4min
Gratitude, follow-up stories, and appreciation
21:57 • 2min