Wartime Democratic Election Movie "Tuesday in November" Voting Vote 32674 (1945)

Synopsis

Important moments like the conventions, presentations to the public, public debate and of course voting are all explored. The footage focuses mainly on the process only noting details of the Roosevelt win almost in passing, but the excitement of his supporters is vividly captured. Election Film Produced by the United States Office of War Information 2:43 Election Oath is said 3:52 The milkman voting with a stamp on sheet in the voting booth 4:13 The Constitution, breaks down vintage animation that explains the three separate branches of government and their responsibilities, starting with a detailed review of the executive branch. This is followed by congress and it’s two houses We examine the Senate and then the House of Representatives. The Supreme Court is introduced as a final check on the balance of power on the other two branches. 9:35 It’s voting day all over America and we see lines of crowds casting their ballots, including the presidential candidates. 10:26 Absentee ballots are shown in the home and in military zones overseas ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Produced in 1945 for the Office of War Information, TUESDAY IN NOVEMBER shows the World War II election season of 1944 and the November 7th poll as it occurred in Riverton, California. Intended for both American and foreign audiences alike, the film walks viewers through the structure of the American federal government and the election process.…

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Running time

17 minutes

Collection

Ephemeral Films

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• Stock Footage