Thomas's panoramic look at the issues of his time includes a behind-the-scenes view of the Nürnberg War Crimes Trial and also tells how he helped push funding for the atomic bomb project through Congress without disclosing its true nature. Thomas dedicated his career to improving the lot of rural residents, Native Americans, and working people. <i>Forty Years a Legislator</i> is a rich source of insight for all concerned with twentieth-century politics or the early years of Oklahoma statehood.
