In this transformation, Nixon earned the hostility of leaders of civil rights organizations. The transformation itself was so successful that “it made for a solid base for the Republican Party in the South and moved a majority of suburban white voters and many poor and working-class whites in the North into the Republican camp in national elections, while retaining the party’s corporate elite core” (171). Nixon’s social policy agenda was motivated by two goals: first, Nixon distributed social policy to working-class and poor whites and contained liberal state building by expanding social policies selectively; and second, Nixon was fixed on accelerating policies that would excessively divide voters of the democratic party. His first goal was displayed through his Family Assistance Plan, and his second goal was displayed through his Philadelphia
Lincoln was often criticized when he was President and even labeled as a tyrant for his flagrant ways by the Democrats (History Channel). After his assassination he was honored for his civil liberties and became to be known as a very tolerant President and did the best to run his country in the most humble and honorable manner. Today, we find that President Lincoln’s assassination was a loss for the country despite the respect and acknowledgement he received that was not given to him while he was in office. It’s a shame that America did not see how he truly cared about each person who lived in the United States of America and wanted nothing but the best for the country and those living in it such as the slaves in which he helped to gain civil rights for during the Civil War. “When a man contributes something of vast importance to a nation, he is set above others and revered” (Schwartz 29), one great man and President who defines that phrase is President Abraham Lincoln, who was taken from the nation way too soon and is the President I most admire and that is admired and modeled by many politicians and citizens of this glorious nation.
He used his families charm and connections to win over the public and his fathers enormous wealth to advertise himself. His father, Joseph P. Kennedy, once said, “It’s not what you are that counts, it’s what people think you are.” (9 Hostages to Fortune, 1990) He only let the public see a good, hard working American man. Many people did not know that Kennedy suffered from Addison’s disease and lived a life of pain. As a politician in his early career, Kennedy was all style. This changed however, when he became a senator.
The Best and Worst of Americas Presidents Throughout U.S history there have been many good presidents and also many bad presidents. I believe that presidents should be graded on how they handle the economy, foreign policy, and equal rights. From our first president to our current president those I believe are the three most important grading points. A good economy is very important because it gives people a better living by giving them job opportunities and a way for people to make money. Foreign policy is important because it has a lot to do with the trade, technology, and communications of the United States.
He started to ask around and was disappointed to find out that his family didn't recall much about his great uncle. Most of the people who knew him and died and taken their stories with them. There wasn't much to be found on his great uncle so Zesh expanded his search to include other children that were kidnapped by the Indians about the same time in early Texas history. He hoped that the other captives tales could help him gain insight into his great uncles experience and fill the blanks of his story. Zesh tracked down living relatives of the other captives, dug through local Texas archives, and crashed family reunions.
President Andrew Jackson was democratic in many ways; he was a supporter of the common man and he believed that the people should have control over offices, whether elected or appointed (Document D). However, Jackson was often pictured as a king, rather than a president (Document E), he trusted many people whom he shouldn’t have trusted (Document I), and he forced indians to move further west and out of the lands they called their home (Document J). Therefore, while Jackson was for the most part a democratic person for Americans, who favored the common man; he also resembled a ruler by doing things such as removing indians from their lands just because of their race. Jackson was the seventh president of the United States, his presidencies took place in 1828 through 1832 and 1832 through 1836. He is often thought of as one of the most popular presidents.
Wars/Slavery/Personal Life/Laws/EventsAbraham was regarded at one time as the “Great Emancipator” for his forward strides in freeing the slaves.Abraham Lincoln was sometimes called a military genius. He became a great wartime leader, making a high command directing the energies and resources of the county.Although Abraham Lincoln went through many horrible trials and discouraging moments during his life, he was still a very honest, generous, and decent young man. IV. ConclusionAbraham Lincoln is regarded by many Americans as the greatest president to ever hold office in the history of the United StatesAbraham Lincoln was a good president. He showed people that if you keep trying that you can make a difference in the world.
He knows that it was Blue Elk who did it because there is not one item of worth left behind, not even the knife Tom’s mother gave him. Blue Elk is well known among the people of the reservation as a person who will do anything for money. When he is asked, “You would sell your own grandmother, wouldn’t you…?” Blue Elk seriously states, “My grandmother is dead” (54.) When Tom’s lodge is burned, he loses his connection to the wilderness, and he also loses his connection to his
Being a president, Theodore Roosevelt wanted the US to be a world power or at least - one of the most powerful countries across the world. 'Walk softly but carry a big stick' - this African proverb makes up a description of his foreign policy. At the time of his presidency, the size of navy in America was dramatically increased. All of the ships were sent to the world to demonstrate others that the country means a lot on the world map. By his continuation of so-called 'Monroe Doctrine' , Roosevelt used a military power of the country to have an impact on the issue of politics in Latin America.The Panama Canal was built at that time (which was a shortcut for the ships).
Abraham Lincoln: The Greatest President in U.S. History For centuries, Americans across the nation have acquired a fascination, and an immense amount of respect for Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln was a man of great character, and is best remembered for his honesty, generosity, determination, and strong belief in America. He accomplished an outstanding amount of success without the benefits of wealth, formal education, or other advantages that would give him a leg up in society. Growing up, Lincoln persevered through tough times, and worked his way up from the bottom to occupy the highest position in office as sixteenth president of the United States. He also left his legacy on American history as both the preserver of the Union, as well as the Great Emancipator.