Frank Hague
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Frank Hague (January 17, 1876 – January 1, 1956) was an American politician who served as mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey, from 1917 to 1947. Hague ran a corrupt political machine that dominated politics in Hudson County, and in the entire state. Born into poverty in Jersey City, Hague first gained office at age 20, and rose through the political ranks. During his 30 years as mayor, Hague's influence reached the national level. His ability to gain huge majorities in Hudson County for the Democrats helped elect governors and presidents, and his machine dispensed jobs and aid in exchange for votes. He wielded his greatest power under Franklin D. Roosevelt, controlling funding for New Deal projects. Among these were the Jersey City Medical Center and Roosevelt Stadium. By the 1940s, Hague was spending much time vacationing, and other ethnic groups were challenging the longtime Irish dominance in the city. He resigned in 1947 in favor of his nephew, Frank Hague Eggers. (Full article...)
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- Main editors: Wehwalt
- Promoted: March 31, 2025
- Reasons for nomination: never TFA, 150th birthday
- Support as nominator. MisawaSakura (talk) 02:24, 22 October 2025 (UTC)
- Comment I've substituted the blurb I previously prepared for this article.--Wehwalt (talk) 10:18, 22 October 2025 (UTC)