A sarcastic expression of congratulations: Give the guy a Dewey button!
He suffered a massive stroke on April 18, 1994, and died in a coma a few days later on April 22, 1994 at New York Hospital- Cornell Medical Center in New York, New York at age 81.
They are "electors" and as a group they are the "electoral college." Voters in Presidential elections are actually selecting the electors who represent a given party or candidate.
Under the US Contitution, voters in each state select Presidential Electors who meet in their State Capitals and vote on the Presidential slates. Together, these Electors constitute the Electoral College, although the College never meets all together in one place.
Although Electors are usually pledged to vote for one slate or another, there is no constitutional requirement that they do so. Originally they were expected to vote as they thought best for their states and the country.
Who the best U.S. president was is a matter of opinion. Here are some of those opinions:
There is considerable scholarly debate about the rankings of presidents. Obviously, there is no "factual" answer.
However, virtually all historians and presidential scholars rank Abraham Lincoln as the "best" President.
She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for 2010 (the awards ceremony took place in early 2011). The Medal of Freedom is America's highest civilian honor, and it is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to world peace, to culture (music, literature, etc), or to some other endeavor that improved the society in some way.
The president who was born the same year as Edgar Allan Poe was Andrew Jackson. Both were born in 1809.
Warren G. Harding died of a heart attack while in office on August 2, 1923. His Vice President, Calvin Coolidge, succeeded him as President.
The last name Clough is of English origin and is derived from a topographical name for someone who lived near a ravine or a steep valley, from the Old English word "cloh," meaning "ravine" or "valley."
There could be various reasons why some people are not interested in history. Some may find it boring or irrelevant to their lives, others may not have been exposed to it in an engaging way. Additionally, people may prioritize other interests or subjects that they find more personally compelling.
"Decision Points" is George W. Bush's memoir that provides a firsthand account of key decisions and moments during his presidency. The book covers a range of topics such as the 9/11 attacks, the Iraq War, Hurricane Katrina, and the financial crisis, offering insight into his thought processes and decision-making framework. It aims to provide context and explanation for his actions while in office.
Gary Paulsen's father served in the army for about 20 years.
Mark Twain was being funny about a serious topic.
Dwight D. Eisenhower wrote the following noted books:
Crusade In Europe.
Atoms For Peace: U.N.Address.
Ike, A Great American.
At Ease: Stories I Tell To Friends.
American Enterprise In Europe.
Eisenhower At War: 1943- 1945.
In addition to the above, he co-authored many more in the midst of his Military and Presidential life. His Diaries and much of his other papers and speeches also have been brought out as books.
Mark Twain, American writer and humorist, started to become famous about 1865 and was known around the world by the time he died in 1910. He is still today a famous literary and cultural figure. See link below for more on Twain.
Thoreau believed that voting alone was not enough to bring about real change in society. He thought that people needed to take more direct action and actively resist unjust laws and policies, rather than just relying on the political system to make a difference. Thoreau valued individual conscience and moral principles over following laws that he considered unjust, even if it meant not participating in the voting process.
Theodore Roosevelt wrote over 35 books in his lifetime, covering various topics including history, politics, and nature. His writings reflected his interests in conservation, American life, and military history.
Caroline Harrison's favorite flower was the pansy. She was an avid gardener and cultivated many varieties of pansies in the White House gardens during her time as First Lady.
No, he is a Capitalist Democrat.
People need to quit lying about the President's political positions.
For more information to debunk smears like this on the President, visit the website via the link in the related links section below and also see the related question below for more detail about his political position.
Yes, Louisa Catherine Adams had three sons with her husband John Quincy Adams, who served as the 6th President of the United States. Their sons were George Washington Adams, John Adams II, and Charles Francis Adams.
Myrtle is dissatisfied with her marriage to George Wilson because she feels he is boring and unambitious. She is drawn to Tom Buchanan because he represents the wealth and excitement that she desires in her life.
The Commander-in-Chief or the Chief Executive.
Hercule Poirot, the detective created by Agatha Christie, had a secretary named Miss Lemon. She is known for her precise and methodical approach to her work, reflecting Poirot's own attention to detail.
In the novel "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, the character who becomes the Chief is Ralph. He is elected as Chief by the group of boys stranded on the island, as he is seen as a natural leader due to his charisma and confidence.