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Lawrence Wright on A. J. Liebling’s “The Great State”

December 21, 2025

A. J. Liebling's recounting of Governor Earl Long's erratic behavior during the 1959 Louisiana state legislature session highlights a tumultuous moment in political history.

Credit: TakesLawrence Wright on A. J. Liebling’s “The Great State”ByLawrence WrightDecember 21, 2025

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Governor Earl Long exhibited erratic behavior during the 1959 Louisiana state legislature.
A. J. Liebling documented Long's outbursts in The New Yorker.
Long's actions caused embarrassment to his wife and family.
His family arranged for him to be sent to Texas for treatment.

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Lawrence Wright on A. J. Liebling’s “The Great State”

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Lawrence Wright on A. J. Liebling’s “The Great State”

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