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Introduction to the "Arizona's Statesman: Congressman John J. Rhodes" online exhibit.
Brief overview of Rhodes' career in the U.S. House of Representatives and a table listing the subjects discussed in the exhibit.
Essay discussing Rhodes' separation from military service, move to Arizona, entry into and involvement with local Republican politics, election to the House of Representatives from Arizona's District 1, and early years in Congress. This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.
In this essay, Rhodes describes the complex political battle that culminated in the Central Arizona Project, which Rhodes considered one of his greatest achievements. This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.
This document includes an article regarding Rhodes' difficult role as Minority Leader during Watergate and Rhodes' reflections on the Nixon administration, Watergate, and his decision to vote in favor of impeaching President Nixon. This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.
This document consists of an essay discussing Rhodes' final term in Congress, including his decision not to run for Minority Leader, and a transcription of Rhodes' farewell remarks, which include his assessment of the state of the country and his vision for its future. It is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.
This document includes transcripts of remarks and a column published in The Washington Post regarding Rhodes' receipt of the Congressional Distinguished Service Award in addition to an essay by Rhodes on the subject of leadership.
This document includes historical context regarding Rhodes' election as Minority Leader in 1973, Rhodes' reflections on his service as a Representative and as Minority Leader, and a transcription of a column about Rhodes by George F. Will titled "The Scramble for Survival." This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.