Old Charlie, everyone's friend rose up with his ability to deal, cajole and compromise. 50 years of political life and accomplishment, only to reach the 2nd-highest office in the United States amid a Great Depression. Such is the story of Charles Curtis. The highest ranking official in history of clear Indian ancestry, which he took pride in, Curtis nonetheless pushed for policies his own tribe today call hurtful.
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