The Pennsylvania Democratic Convention descended into chaos on April 29, 1880, as two rival factions clashed over the unit rule. The Randall faction, led by the charismatic Mr. Randall, emerged victorious, defeating their opponents by a slim majority of three votes. The stormy debate, which pitted Mr. Randall against Mr. Wallace, left a trail of bitterness and anger in its wake.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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