1. Charles Evans Hughes
... of his progressive philosophies while working as a lawyer and Governor in New York State. He also helped the American Government progress following World War I as the Secretary of State during Warren Harding and President Coolidge's presidencies. "He was a superb communicator, an elegant writer. A happy blend of conservatism and liberalism, he embraced a protective approach vis-a-vis both economic-proprietarian rights and civil ... . After his defeat by Woodrow Wilson, Hughes moved back to New York to begin Law Practice once again, but only to be interrupted to become Secretary of the St...
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