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Editorial
November 11, 1939
Nogales International
Nogales, Santa Cruz County, Arizona
What is this article about?
The editorial 'Heroes Fall' argues that public heroes like Colonel Lindbergh and Gene Tunney forfeit their universal admiration by engaging in political controversies, such as speeches on neutrality and criticism, turning them into partisan champions instead of national icons.
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Heroes Fall
A man can remain a public hero only so long as he steers a wide path around controversial issues.
The moment he wriggles a toe in the sea of politics he becomes a champion of one faction, deadly foe of the other.
Colonel Lindbergh and Gene Tunney are contemporary examples. Both men rose to fame at about the same time. Both were held up as sterling examples for American boyhood. Both married heiresses, and both lived in Europe for a time.
Few persons failed to respect them, one as a pioneer of oceanic air travel, the other as a hero of the prize fight ring. The achievements of both men were universally acclaimed.
And then Lindbergh accepted a medal, criticized air forces, made two speeches on neutrality. Tunney countered with a talk criticizing the "flying colonel."
Sides quickly fell into line. Both men have lost their ratings as national heroes and have instead become partisan champions.
A man can remain a public hero only so long as he steers a wide path around controversial issues.
The moment he wriggles a toe in the sea of politics he becomes a champion of one faction, deadly foe of the other.
Colonel Lindbergh and Gene Tunney are contemporary examples. Both men rose to fame at about the same time. Both were held up as sterling examples for American boyhood. Both married heiresses, and both lived in Europe for a time.
Few persons failed to respect them, one as a pioneer of oceanic air travel, the other as a hero of the prize fight ring. The achievements of both men were universally acclaimed.
And then Lindbergh accepted a medal, criticized air forces, made two speeches on neutrality. Tunney countered with a talk criticizing the "flying colonel."
Sides quickly fell into line. Both men have lost their ratings as national heroes and have instead become partisan champions.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Public Heroes
Politics
Lindbergh
Tunney
Neutrality
Partisan Champions
What entities or persons were involved?
Colonel Lindbergh
Gene Tunney
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Loss Of Hero Status Through Political Involvement
Stance / Tone
Critical Observation On Politics Dividing Public Admiration
Key Figures
Colonel Lindbergh
Gene Tunney
Key Arguments
Public Heroes Maintain Status By Avoiding Controversial Issues
Entering Politics Makes One A Champion Of One Faction And Foe Of Another
Lindbergh And Tunney Were Universally Admired For Their Achievements
Lindbergh's Political Actions: Accepted Medal, Criticized Air Forces, Speeches On Neutrality
Tunney's Response: Talk Criticizing Lindbergh
Both Lost National Hero Status And Became Partisan Figures