Capitol, Senator Robert La Follette

The transcript introduces Robert M. Lafollette as the leader of the new National Progressive Party, highlighting its potential to become the dominant political force of the era. It emphasizes the party's vision as not just a third party but the party of the time. The Republican National Chairman, John DM Hamilton, also comments on the Progressive Party.

Who is identified as the leader of the newly formed National Progressive Party?

• John DM Hamilton

• Woodrow Wilson

• Robert M. Lafollette

• Theodore Roosevelt

What is the anticipated role of the Progressive Party according to the speaker?

• To replace the Democratic Party

• To be a minor political group

• To be the party of the era

• To merge with the Republican Party

What does the speaker suggest about the Progressive Party's status?

• It will dissolve soon

• It will be the main party of the time

• It will be a third party

• It will join the Democratic Party

What is the relationship between the speaker and the person who commented on the Progressive Party?

• They are colleagues

• They are siblings

• They are political rivals

• They are friends

Which political figure is mentioned as the Republican National chairman?

• Robert M. Lafollette

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• John DM Hamilton

• Calvin Coolidge