Click on any entry in Barry Bradford’s Speaking Schedule for full details.
Politics
Events
-
-
Richard J. To Rahm: Modern Mayors Of Chicago
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesFor two tumultuous decades, Richard J Daley was indisputably the all powerful mayor of the city of Chicago. From 1955 until 1976, his name was synonymous with "The City That Works." At times, it seemed as if he would be … Continue reading
-
Looking Back; Looking Ahead – 2019 In Review and Predictions For 2020
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesThis is my most anticipated program of the year! Last year, when I presented it five times at publc venues, it sold out every time! Each December I offer a fast-paced overview of the past year. I will present the … Continue reading
-
-
Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
Private VenueWho Killed JFK? I'll Tell You! The murder of John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, shocked the nation. A suspect was quickly arrested and subsequently murdered. President Lyndon Johnson appointed a blue ribbon committee – the Warren Commission – … Continue reading
This event is not open to the general public. -
-
Women Who Have Run For President
Private VenueWhat do Victoria Woodhull, Gracie Allen, Hillary Clinton and Elizabeth Dole have in common? They are among the amazing and fascinating women who have run for President! We now see the election of a woman as President is not a mater of … Continue reading
-
Harding And Coolidge – Republican Presidents Of The 1920s
Private VenueAfter World War I ended, America turned away from the liberal progressive era of Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson and made a sharp turn toward conservatism. In 1920, the Republicans nominated for president Warren G Harding, an amiable Sen. from … Continue reading
-
Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
Private VenueAre you ready for some high energy history? When new clients ask me, "What is your best presentation?" This is the one I point them to. I have been fascinated by the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for as long as … Continue reading
-
-
Women Who Have Run For President
Algonquin Area Public Library District 2600 Harnish Dr. , lgonquin, IL 60102What do Victoria Woodhull, Gracie Allen, Hillary Clinton and Elizabeth Dole have in common? They are among the amazing and fascinating women who have run for President! We now see the election of a woman as President is not a mater of … Continue reading
-
Harry S. Truman – Bringing Independence To The White House
Private VenueWhen Harry S. Truman left office he was considered a failed President. Wags said, "To err is Truman!" A half century later, conventional wisdom was that Truman was a great President. Which statement is true? Or does the truth lie … Continue reading
-
-
Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
Private VenueAre you ready for some high energy history? When new clients ask me, "What is your best presentation?" This is the one I point them to. I have been fascinated by the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for as long as … Continue reading
-
1994 – History In Perspective
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThis unique edition of my popular "History In Perspective" series zeroes in on 1994. Bill Clinton was the President, but a Republican landslide in the 1994 Congressional elections led to the Whitewater investigation and, ultimately, to a vote to impeach … Continue reading