William Lindsay Scruggs
lobbyist
A former U.S. diplomat and lawyer, William Lindsay Scruggs played a significant role as a lobbyist for Venezuela in the 1890s, advocating for arbitration with Britain over the disputed territory of Essequibo. His pamphlet, 'British Aggressions in Venezuela,' stirred public sentiment and political support for Venezuela's claims.
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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
11,399
Power
87$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyana | 1 | 6.00 | 1.45% | +0% | 786,552 | 11,399 | $6,000 | 87$ |
| Totals | 1 | 786,552 | 11,399 | $6,000 | 87$ |
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