ipl-logo

Positive Influence On The United States

130 Words1 Page

List as many Presidents as you can WITHOUT looking at another source. List the three you think have been the most positive influences on our nation, and list the three you think have been the most negative. Can you tell me why you feel this way about your choices? Answer: 1. Washington 2. Taft 3. Jefferson 4. Cleveland 5. Harrison 6. McKinley 7. Roosevelt 8. Wilson 9. Harding 10. Coolidge 11. Hoover 12. Truman 13. Eisenhower 14. Kennedy 15. Johnson 16. Nixon 17. Ford 18. Carter 19. Bush 20. Clinton 21. Obama 22. Reagan The three Presidents that I feel have been the most positive influences on our nation were George Washington, Ronald Reagan, and Abraham Lincoln. George Washington had one of the most positive influences on our country because

Show More
Related

  • Causes Of The War Of 1812 Essay

    715 Words  | 3 Pages

    William Henry Harrison- ninth us present. Major General Harrison became famous for his victory over Tecumseh at Tippecanoe. Andrew Jackson- also known as “Old Hickory” Jackson was the seventh us president (1829-1837) Jackson became popular thanks to several indian campaigns against the creek indians and his stunning victory over British forces at New Orleans in January of 1815. Thomas Jefferson-the third US president (1800-1808)

    Read More

  • Michael Beschloss Presidential Courage Chapter Summary

    610 Words  | 3 Pages

    The events behind each major president has now become much more relevant to the reader because of the amount of history given. Washington, Lincoln, and Truman all deserve spots on this top 3 list whether it was because of ending slavery or aiding the Jews in Europe or even avoiding a mass murdering war, all three presidents deserve to be revered in

    Read More

  • Discussion Questions On President Ronald Reagan's Vice President

    169 Words  | 1 Pages

    9. How many Presidents were assassinated while in office? 10. Which President resigned his position? 11.

    Read More

  • Compare And Contrast Lbj And Fdr

    918 Words  | 4 Pages

    FDR Vs. LBJ Because of their position in the government, Americans have such high standards for presidents. However, a lot of the time presidents are criticized more for their mistakes rather than their accomplishments. As Michael Siegel shows in his book President as Leader “presidential leadership is exercised by real, flawed human beings, and not by superheroes or philosopher-kings beyond the reach of scrutiny or critique.”

    Read More

  • How Did The Square Deal Impact Theodore Roosevelt's Progressive Movement

    51 Words  | 1 Pages

    Theodore Roosevelt- had an impact for progressive movement, changes in society and politics. He had several acts, or the "Square Deal" which some acts or laws still exist today... Franklin Delano Roosevelt- helped with the Great depression by enacting the "New Deals" programs to "relief, recover, and restore" the U.S.

    Read More

  • Compare And Contrast The Founding Fathers

    985 Words  | 4 Pages

    The founding fathers were smart men who the world looked up to because of their smart decisions, actions, that directed the U.S. to what it is today. But sadly in today’s society most people either have forgotten the things they did for us, or they just do not care. The founding fathers were great men who led this country to victory in war and on the political front. And often early U.S. history is portrayed as moving smoothly for the colonies turning into the a country of its own , but in reality it was just the opposite. George Washington our first president had problems figuring out ways to control the new nation as it progressed under his leadership.

    Read More

  • Essay On Ronald Reagan Influential

    704 Words  | 3 Pages

    Reagan: The Most Influential Some people may think any of the 45 United States Presidents are corrupt politicians, that they are only trying to accomplish reelection or simply making them stand out in history. Although, there is one president who stood out amongst them all, who “was committed to absolute integrity. His trustworthiness was recognized by those he dealt with in Congress, in politics, and foreign leaders throughout the world” (Meese). That man is Ronald Reagan, aka.

    Read More

  • Informative Essay: Should Presidents Have Prior Military Experience?

    1163 Words  | 5 Pages

    Should Presidents have prior military experience? Great leaders don't tell you what to do, they simply show you how it's done. The President of the United States of America is the Commander in chief of the entire military. This includes all military branches.

    Read More

  • The Worst President Essay

    951 Words  | 4 Pages

    The greatest president that has ever served the United States is George Washington. He was not only the first president of the United States but also the commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. He was victorious over the British and quickly became a hero doing so. He helped draft the constitution and with his leadership and courage. As first president, he become a role model for every other present succeeding him and helped create our countries values that we cherish so much today.

    Read More

  • How Did Theodore Roosevelt's Impact On Society

    949 Words  | 4 Pages

    President Theodore Roosevelt became president in 1901 after William McKinley. Roosevelt was vice-president but took the presidential position when McKinley was assassinated. He was the youngest president in United States History, but brought new excitement and power to the presidency as he led Congress and the American public towards progressive reforms and a strong foreign policy. Teddy Roosevelt had a prodigious impact on the United States during his presidency from 1901 to 1908, changing the landscape of the U.S. politically, economically, and socially. With all of his accomplishments while he was in office, consisting of the Square Deal, preserving lands, and many more, he improved the U.S overall.

    Read More

  • Apush Dbq Essay

    1040 Words  | 5 Pages

    George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and James Monroe were the first five presidents of the United States and the people who led America to success during a time of great conflict. These presidents helped shape America into what it is today. Without their problems during their presidencies and then solving them, no one knows where America would be. For example, why did President Madison go to war, in 1812, unlike all of the previous and future presidents. Washington wanted to stay neutral during his presidency, so he completely avoided war with foreign countries.

    Read More

  • Was Theodore Roosevelt The First Modern President?

    408 Words  | 2 Pages

    2. Theodore Roosevelt was considered to be the “First Modern President because he had a strong- firm personality, and showed aggressive actions towards others. Roosevelt believed that the President had the right to use all power unless they were denied to him. Also, that he has a responsibility to the people, and so challenged himself to avoid notions of limited government and individualism; the government he controlled should maintain as an agent who should give the people what they want. Roosevelt’s presidency opened up creativity of progressive movement, lending the prestige of the White House to welfare legislation, government regulation, and the conservation movement.

    Read More

  • Warren Harding And Calvin Coolidge Takeover In The 1920's

    857 Words  | 4 Pages

    (Calvin Coolidge). Coolidge’s cabinet consisted of Hughes, Mellon, Gore, and Davis. Unlike Hardings cabinet, none of his cabinet members were wrapped up in scandals. In fact, Coolidge ended all the scandals and had none himself. As president, Coolidge thought that the best government was the smallest government (‘Silent Cal’).

    Read More

  • Ronald Reagan Was The Best President

    367 Words  | 2 Pages

    In America we have had many presidents, they have done their job to get America this far. I would have to say that president Ronald Reagan would be my choice in who I think was the best President. I know I wasn 't alive when he was president but if I could I would like to live that time period. President Ronald Reagan was the 40th president. When president Reagan was elected on November 4, 1980 he was the oldest man ever elected at the age of 69.

    Read More

  • Franklin Delano Roosevelt Ethical Issues

    947 Words  | 4 Pages

    Has there ever been a president as influential as Franklin Delano Roosevelt? Truly Roosevelt was a unique man that lead American through one of its hardest times. WWII threatened world peace and the Great Depression was actively wearing the U.S. away. Few other times in U.S history required someone of FDR's caliber to lead America through such a storm. Roosevelt was undoubtedly meant with much success and love.

    Read More

More about Positive Influence On The United States

Open Document