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== Early Life and Career == | == Early Life and Career == | ||
Harding was born in Ohio and worked as a newspaper publisher before entering politics. He served in the Ohio State Senate, as lieutenant governor, and later as a U.S. senator. He gained a reputation for being genial and non-confrontational. | Harding was born in [[Ohio]] and worked as a newspaper publisher before entering politics. He served in the Ohio State Senate, as lieutenant governor, and later as a U.S. senator. He gained a reputation for being genial and non-confrontational. | ||
== Presidency (1921–1923) == | == Presidency (1921–1923) == | ||
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| Warren G. Harding | |
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| File:Warren G. Harding Presidential Portrait.jpg | |
| Order | 29th President of the United States |
| In office | March 4, 1921 – August 2, 1923 |
| Vice President | Calvin Coolidge |
| Preceded by | Woodrow Wilson |
| Succeeded by | Calvin Coolidge |
| Born | November 2, 1865 Blooming Grove, Ohio, United States |
| Political Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Florence Harding (m. 1891–1923) |
| Children | 1 (illegitimate) |
| Profession | Newspaper publisher, politician |
| Alma mater | Ohio Central College |
| Signature | File:Warren G. Harding Signature.svg |
Warren Gamaliel Harding (November 2, 1865 – August 2, 1923) was the 29th president of the United States. He served from 1921 until his death in 1923. Though initially popular, his presidency was later marred by scandal and corruption among his appointees.
Early Life and Career
Harding was born in Ohio and worked as a newspaper publisher before entering politics. He served in the Ohio State Senate, as lieutenant governor, and later as a U.S. senator. He gained a reputation for being genial and non-confrontational.
Presidency (1921–1923)
Elected as a compromise candidate in 1920, Harding promised a “return to normalcy” after World War I. His administration focused on pro-business policies, reducing taxes, and limiting immigration. He supported the creation of the Bureau of the Budget and signed the first federal child welfare program.
Scandals and Death
Harding’s presidency was overshadowed by major scandals, most notably the **Teapot Dome scandal**, which involved bribery and corruption within his cabinet. Though Harding was not personally implicated, his poor judgment in appointments damaged his legacy. He died unexpectedly of a heart attack in 1923 while on a cross-country tour.
Legacy
Harding was mourned at his death, but his reputation suffered as investigations into his administration's misconduct unfolded. Today, he is often ranked among the least effective U.S. presidents, though some credit him with stabilizing the postwar economy.