Question

1. Why did Ellis Arnall feel he had the right to the position as governor after the 1946 election?

2. Describe any political positions Ellis Arnall held after the controversy.
3. Describe any political positions Melvin E. Thompson held after the controversy.
4. Why did Melvin E. Thompson feel he had the right to the position as governor after the 1946 election?
5. Why did Herman Talmadge feel he had the right to the position as governor after the 1946 election?

Answer 1

1. Because the legislature had no right to elect the governor so he wouldn’t step aside.

2. I don't believe he held any other political positions but he did become a successful attorney.

3. He was lieutenant governor.

4. He thought he should be the governor because of his position.

5. Because he’s been a governor before.