President

[Matt09784]

In your opinion, which President had the most natural political skill and quality to hold the office?

I think Lincoln was a pretty great President. He rose to the occasion to bring the nation together at one of the most pivotal points in American History.

 

[trt]

I agree, for me it's Lincoln too.
welcome btw

 

[BobW188]

Three votes for Lincoln, who combined firmness and clarity of purpose with political infighting skills that put such master manipulators as FDR and LBJ in the shade.

 

[Gracchus]

I guess this makes four for Lincoln.

 

[TehMill]

In your opinion, which President had the most natural political skill and quality to hold the office?

I think Lincoln was a pretty great President. He rose to the occasion to bring the nation together at one of the most pivotal points in American History.

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Um didn't he start the civil war?
Must have been some politician to be voted best for uniting the American people after that. Some Americans still hate you if you call them Yankees I'm only kidding of course I know the war didn't happen that way. Who thinks Nixon didn't get a fair rap?

 

[46thPrez]

Lincoln was a good politician, as well as very convincing. However, agree with his policies or not (I tend to disagree) FDR had to be the greatest politician that ever lived int he White House, afterall he is the ONLY president to have been elected to 4 consecutive terms.

 

[marlowe007]

Best by a wide margin - Lincoln

2nd Best - Andrew Jackson

3rd - JFK

 

[azmurath]

I would say FDR, then TR, then Lincoln.

Absolute worst... Grant.

 

[Gracchus]

I would say FDR, then TR, then Lincoln.

Absolute worst... Grant.

Well Grant wasn't a politician, and he was an honest man. That was a big handicap. Still, I would say Buchanan was the worst president.

 

[azmurath]

Well Grant wasn't a politician, and he was an honest man. That was a big handicap. Still, I would say Buchanan was the worst president.

Grant had by far the most corrupt administration in the history of the country.

 

[phenry]

I consider Lincoln a war criminal responsible for 620,000 deaths and the destruction of the original Republic established by the founders. He 'united' the country at the point of a bayonet.

My education began when I finished school...

lewrockwell dot com/orig2/lincoln-arch.html

 

[YamiB]

I consider Lincoln a war criminal responsible for 620,000 deaths and the destruction of the original Republic established by the founders. He 'united' the country at the point of a bayonet.

My education began when I finished school...

lewrockwell dot com/orig2/lincoln-arch.html

Well I would certainly say that any schooling that would leave you open to thinking the statements you made were true failed you abysmally.

 

[BobW188]

The Confederacy had, of course, already severed it by artillery barrage.

Two words: Fort Sumpter

 

[YamiB]

The Confederacy had, of course, already severed it by artillery barrage.

Two words: Fort Sumpter

What were they supposed to do? They had to protect their God-given right to own black people.

 

[Sphinx777]

Animaniacs - Presidents

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[Freysinn]

I think lincoln was a good president, but i think he could have handled the issue of slavery with a less direct aproach than a complete ban. Most of the souths economy was hugely dependant on slavery and simply outlawing it was not the best choice in my opinion.

 

[Sphinx777]

Theodore D. Roosevelt (October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919) was the 26th President of the United States. He is well remembered for his energetic persona, his range of interests and achievements, his leadership of the Progressive Movement, his model of masculinity, and his "cowboy" image. He was a leader of the Republican Party and founder of the short-lived Progressive ("Bull Moose") Party of 1912. Before becoming the 26th President (1901–1909) he held offices at the municipal, state, and federal level of government. Roosevelt's achievements as a naturalist, explorer, hunter, author, and soldier are as much a part of his fame as any office he held as a politician.

Born to a wealthy family, Roosevelt was an unhealthy child suffering from asthma who stayed at home studying natural history. In response to his physical weakness, he embraced a strenuous life. He attended Harvard, where he boxed and developed an interest in naval affairs. A year out of Harvard, in 1881 he ran for a seat in the state legislature. His first historical book, The Naval War of 1812, published in 1882, established his reputation as a serious historian. After a few years of living in the Badlands, Roosevelt returned to New York City, where he gained fame for fighting police corruption. He was effectively running the US Department of the Navy when the Spanish American War broke out; he resigned and led a small regiment in Cuba known as the Rough Riders, earning himself the Medal of Honor. After the war, he returned to New York and was elected Governor; two years later he was nominated for and elected Vice President of the United States.

In 1901, President William McKinley was assassinated, and Roosevelt became president at the age of 42, taking office at the youngest age of any U.S. President in history. Roosevelt attempted to move the Republican Party in the direction of Progressivism, including trust busting and increased regulation of businesses. Roosevelt coined the phrase "Square Deal" to describe his domestic agenda, emphasizing that the average citizen would get a fair shake under his policies. As an outdoorsman and naturalist, he promoted the conservation movement. On the world stage, Roosevelt's policies were characterized by his slogan, "Speak softly and carry a big stick". Roosevelt was the force behind the completion of the Panama Canal; he sent out the Great White Fleet to display American power, and he negotiated an end to the Russo-Japanese War, for which he won the Nobel Peace Prize.

Roosevelt declined to run for re-election in 1908. After leaving office, he embarked on a safari to Africa and a trip to Europe. On his return to the US, a rift developed between Roosevelt and his anointed successor as President, William Howard Taft. Roosevelt attempted in 1912 to wrest the Republican nomination from Taft, and when he failed, he launched the Bull Moose Party. In the election, Roosevelt became the only third party candidate to come in second place, beating Taft but losing to Woodrow Wilson. After the election, Roosevelt embarked on a major expedition to South America; the river on which he traveled now bears his name. He contracted malaria on the trip, which damaged his health, and he died a few years later, at the age of 60. Roosevelt has consistently been ranked by scholars as one of the greatest U.S. Presidents.

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[brinny]

In your opinion, which President had the most natural political skill and quality to hold the office?

I think Lincoln was a pretty great President. He rose to the occasion to bring the nation together at one of the most pivotal points in American History.

he was also very humble, and therefore wise, for he knew that only Someone bigger than he could possibly guide this country in the midst of such a haraguing crisis and a country bent on nearly destroying itself..

yes i agree Lincoln was a great president.

 

[Gracchus]

I think lincoln was a good president, but i think he could have handled the issue of slavery with a less direct aproach than a complete ban. Most of the souths economy was hugely dependant on slavery and simply outlawing it was not the best choice in my opinion.

You might have a different opinion had you been a slave.

 

[Agonaces of Susa]

I consider Lincoln a war criminal responsible for 620,000 deaths and the destruction of the original Republic established by the founders. He 'united' the country at the point of a bayonet.

You're not alone.

My education began when I finished school.

I very much admire this quote.

God bless you...