The real first woman president was Edith Wilson. Woodrow stroked out in 1919 and she did a version of Weekend at Bernies. Edith turned out to be a great president as she was hesitant to do anything too aggressive or set any major precedents. There was a market crash in 1920 and her hesitation prevented the now typical response of slashing interest rates and bailing out buisnesses, thus the unmolested market was able to avoid a severe depression that the typical government intervention causes.
There is plenty out there on Edith Wilson's Weekend At Woodrows, as it has a bit of feminist appeal. There isn't any political reason to massage this aspect of history, so even the NYT has a good article. Do a search and pick whatever source you fancy.
As for the near miss depression of 1920, Tom Woods is the best. You can read it or watch it.
The real first woman president was Edith Wilson. Woodrow stroked out in 1919 and she did a version of Weekend at Bernies. Edith turned out to be a great president as she was hesitant to do anything too aggressive or set any major precedents. There was a market crash in 1920 and her hesitation prevented the now typical response of slashing interest rates and bailing out buisnesses, thus the unmolested market was able to avoid a severe depression that the typical government intervention causes.
Thats a good story to read, gotta any sources from it?
There is plenty out there on Edith Wilson's Weekend At Woodrows, as it has a bit of feminist appeal. There isn't any political reason to massage this aspect of history, so even the NYT has a good article. Do a search and pick whatever source you fancy.
As for the near miss depression of 1920, Tom Woods is the best. You can read it or watch it.
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/woodrow-wilson-stroke
https://www.history.co.uk/articles/edith-wilson-america-s-first-acting-female-president
Truth. I am glad you shared every relevant detail I am aware of as well. Hat tip.