A look at who might run for president in 1948 and the inflation they will have to address

The video discusses the potential renewal of the presidential lease in 1948, highlighting key political figures and candidates at the GOP nominating convention, including Thomas E. Dewey, Earl Warren, Robert A. Taft, Harold E. Stassen, and others. It also addresses the rising cost of living as a major campaign issue, with food and clothing prices significantly increasing. Inflation and the domestic economy are emphasized as key issues, alongside a large foreign aid program.

Which potential Republican candidate was mentioned as a favorite son of California?

• Harold E. Stassen

• Robert A. Taft

• Earl Warren

• Thomas E. Dewey

Who was considered a youthful and aggressive candidate in the 1948 election?

• Henry Wallace

• Douglas MacArthur

• Ike Eisenhower

• Harold E. Stassen

Which candidate was associated with the possibility of a third-party ticket?

• Earl Warren

• Henry Wallace

• Thomas E. Dewey

• Robert A. Taft

What was the biggest personal campaign issue for the man in the street in 1948?

• Rising cost of living

• Civil rights

• Military spending

• Foreign policy

By what percentage did food prices increase over 18 months leading up to the 1948 election?

• 19%

• 40%

• 25%

• 30%