John J. Raskob
John Raskob | |
|---|---|
| Chair of the Democratic National Committee | |
| In office July 11, 1928 – July 2, 1932 | |
| Preceded by | Clem L. Shaver |
| Succeeded by | James Farley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Jakob Raskob March 19, 1879 Lockport, New York, U.S. |
| Died | October 15, 1950 (aged 71) Centreville, Maryland, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Helena Springer Green |
| Children | 13 |
John Jakob Raskob, KCSG (March 19, 1879 – October 15, 1950) was a financial executive and businessman for DuPont and General Motors, and the builder of the Empire State Building. He was chairman of the Democratic National Committee from 1928 to 1932 and a key supporter of Alfred E. Smith's candidacy for President of the United States.
After Franklin D. Roosevelt became president, Raskob became a prominent opponent of the New Deal through his support of a number of anti-Roosevelt organizations such as the American Liberty League. Raskob was also a leader in the Association Against the Prohibition Amendment and a Treasurer for the Knights of Malta.