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Viewpoints Explained: From Mike Pence To Kamala Harris: How The Role Of Vice President Has Evolved In U.S. Politics

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Published: August 7, 2024 by VPR Producer

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Did you know that the vice presidency for most of the 19th and 20th centuries was largely a figurehead position? It wasn’t until the late 1970’s that this prominent title was transformed, and VPs were given much more political responsibility in the executive branch.

Program #: 24-31segment type: Viewpoints ExplainedTopics - History| PoliticsHost - Ebony McMorrisProducers - Amirah Zaveri| Jason Dickey
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