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Rating the Best and the Worst in the White House: The Wall Street Journal Book

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Presidential Leadership: Rating the Best and the Worst in the White House (Wall Street Journal Book)

by Arne Fronsdal

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The White House Wall Street Journal book rates the best and worst presidents in U.S. history. According to the book, the best presidents are George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Theodore Roosevelt. The worst presidents are James Buchanan, Andrew Johnson, Warren G. Harding, and Franklin Pierce.

The Best Presidents

George Washington is considered the best president because he led the country to victory in the Revolutionary War and established the foundation for the United States government. Abraham Lincoln is considered the best president because he led the country to victory in the Civil War and abolished slavery. Franklin D. Roosevelt is considered the best president because he led the country to victory in World War II and implemented the New Deal, which helped to end the Great Depression. Theodore Roosevelt is considered the best president because he led the country to victory in the Spanish-American War and implemented the Square Deal, which promoted social and economic reform.

The Worst Presidents

James Buchanan is considered the worst president because he failed to prevent the Civil War. Andrew Johnson is considered the worst president because he was impeached by the House of Representatives for violating the Tenure of Office Act. Warren G. Harding is considered the worst president because he was involved in the Teapot Dome scandal. Franklin Pierce is considered the worst president because he failed to prevent the secession of the Southern states and led the country into the Civil War.

The White House Wall Street Journal book is a valuable resource for understanding the presidency of the United States. The book provides objective ratings of the best and worst presidents in U.S. history, and it offers insights into the factors that make a successful president.

Presidential Leadership: Rating the Best and the Worst in the White House (Wall Street Journal Book)

by Arne Fronsdal

4.1 out of 5