Introduction
Cordell Hull had a significant impact on the political life of Tennessee and the state as a whole. Born in Tennessee and starting his career as a lawyer, Hull has achieved significant results in the political arena. His activities were mainly aimed at achieving social well-being for the people of America and strengthening the country’s status in the international arena. Therefore, this paper will analyze Cordell Hull’s contributions to the state of Tennessee.
Cordell Hull’s Impact on the State of Tennessee
Hull began his political career early in the Tennessee Democratic Party. He quickly began serving in the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate and was soon appointed Secretary of State by thePresident. Franklin D. Roosevelt (Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia, para. 2). During his political activities, Hull created many bills that had a significant social impact. For example, he supported the passage of the Federal Highway Act of 1921 and the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Act of 1934 (Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia, para. 2). Moreover, he actively supported President Roosevelt’s New Deal policy.
As Secretary of State, Cordell Hull helped build U.S. foreign relations. In particular, he followed the Good Neighbor Policy toward Latin America by promoting free trade (Utley para. 4). Moreover, he maintained diplomatic relations with other countries, representing the United States in the international arena. For example, after World War II, Hull tried to “delay war with Japan following its invasion of China” (House of the Historian para. 7). He tried to contribute to the maintenance of international peace and played an essential role in the creation of the United Nations, for which he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Cordell Hull has had a significant impact on shaping U.S. public policy, providing well-being, and improving the quality of life of American citizens. Born in Tennessee, he achieved significant results in his career and contributed to the maintenance of global peace after the Second World War. For Tennessee residents, Hull can be a great example of commitment to their views and a sense of purpose that motivates them in their daily lives.
Works Cited
Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. “Cordell Hull“. Encyclopedia Britannica, Web.
House of the Historian. “Biographies of the Secretaries of State: Cordell Hull (1871–1955).” House of the Historian, Web.
Utley, Jonathan G. “Cordell Hull.” Tennessee Encyclopedia, 2021, Web.