themes and ideas throughout his infamous novel, The Grapes of Wrath. Steinbeck uses Biblical allusions to create the theme; strength to survive comes from faith. Steinbeck brilliantly pulls the touching storyline together using outstanding themes and motifs while tugging heartstrings with familiar Christian characters.
Norman Mattoon Thomas (November 20, 1884 â December 19, 1968) was an American Presbyterian minister who achieved fame as a socialist, pacifist, and six-time presidential candidate for the Socialist Party of America.t was Thomas' position as a conscientious objector which drew him to the Socialist Party of America (SPA), a staunchly antimilitarist organization. When SPA leader Morris Hillquit made his campaign for Mayor of New York in 1917 on an anti-war platform, Thomas wrote to him expressing his good wishes.
Sen. Rand Paul (Ky.) â Paul, who is up for reelection in 2016, looks like a sure bet to run for president. Of all the possible 2016 GOP hopefuls, Paul has arguably had the best 2014.Indiana Gov. Mike Pence â Pence is a dark horse who shouldnât be overlooked.assachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick â Will likely run for president at some point, but not in 2016. Sen. Bernie Sanders â The liberal Sanders, who is technically an independent, has said he would challenge Clinton if no one else from the left launches a bid.