Up From the City Streets

'Up From the City Streets' is a detailed biographical examination of Alfred E. Smith, one of the most influential American political figures of the early twentieth century. Written by Norman Hapgood, this study chronicles Smith’s remarkable ascent from the crowded tenements of New York City’s Lower East Side to the governorship of New York and his rise as a major contender on the national political stage.The work provides a deep dive into the machinery of contemporary politics, exploring the inner workings of Tammany Hall and the shifting landscape of urban governance. Hapgood analyzes how Smith navigated the complexities of partisan loyalty while championing significant social and legislative reforms. By focusing on Smith’s unique ability to connect with diverse urban populations, the book highlights his role as a bridge between the traditional political establishment and the needs of a modern, industrial society.This study offers an essential perspective on the political climate of the 1920s, capturing the personality and legislative prowess of a leader who redefined the possibilities of American leadership. It serves as both a compelling narrative of personal achievement and a scholarly analysis of the democratic processes that shaped the United States during a period of rapid social change.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.