Garfield and Lying: The Conkling Problem

Season 28 Episode 4

New York senator Roscoe Conkling was no fan of James Garfield.

Garfield knew he had to secure New York to win the presidency - but that meant negotiating with Roscoe Conkling and the Stalwarts. Avoiding any specific promises, Garfield met with Conkling's underlings to try and clinch their support.

AIR DATE 2/2/16

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