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George Washington
He oversaw the creation of a stron. suppressed rebellion. well-financed national government that maintained neutrality in the wars raging in Europe -
James Buchanan
Throughout most of Pierce's term, he was stationed in London as a minister to the Court of St. James's and therefore was not caught up in the crossfire of sectional politics that dominated the country. the demicratict party was against him after he left the white house. -
Abraham Lincoln
He abolished slavery in most states. strengthening the national government and modernizing the economy. Lincoln concentrated on the military and political dimensions of the war effort. -
Chester Author
succeeding at that task by embracing the cause of civil service reform. His advocacy for, and enforcement of, the Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act was the centerpiece of his administration. he was a good presisdent. -
Gerover Cleveland
Disaster hit the nation as his second term began when the Panic of 1893 produced a severe national depression that Cleveland was unable to reverse. Cleveland took strong positions and was heavily criticized. he sucked as a president.... -
William McKinley
McKinley was the last President to have served in the American Civil War, beginning as a private in the Union Army and ending as a brevet major. which together with a Democratic redistricting aimed at gerrymandering him out of office. -
William H. Taft
handpicked presidential successor. Taft assumed a prominent role in problem solving. assuming on some occasions the role of acting Secretary of State. -
Calvin Coolidge
Coolidge restored public confidence in the White House after the scandals of his predecessor's administration. He embodied the spirit and hopes of the middle class. could interpret their longings and express their opinions -
John F. kennedy
Kennedy increased the number of military advisers. special operation force. helicopters in an effort to curb the spread of communism in South East Asia. -
James Garfield
energizing U.S. naval power. purging corruption in the Post Office Department. Garfield made notable diplomatic and judiciary appointments, including a U.S. Supreme Court justice.
