How Did Calvin Coolidge Influence The Government

Calvin Coolidge rose to fulfill the office of presidency after the sudden and unexpected death of President Harding. Coolidge was recognized quickly as a people’s man, highly educated, making him relatable and reliable to the upper class; but also coming from a background of agriculture connecting him to the lower class citizens. Coolidge’s time in office is acknowledged as one of transition. An age of advancing modernization in the gap of the “roaring twenties” and the encroaching hardship of The Great Depression and World War II. The significance of Coolidge also lies in his character. Early on he was taught to hold tightly to his morals, many taught by his parents and grandparents. Coolidge himself was a quiet man and his modesty allowed him to become such an excellent leader for the American people. …show more content…
In a world where extroverts often loudly lead the charge for world change Coolidge represents the impact the quiet can make. Coolidge’s presidency impacted the government significantly by lowering the income tax, increasing the surplus of the federal budget, lowering the unemployment to record lows of three percent, and in the booming economy, encouraged technological advancements. Coolidge’s era of influence in often ignored because of the humility Coolidge held in regard to his work. He chose to let the American people focus on their achievement in improving the country and their dedication to the task, so that they may take pride in themselves and the “American Dream”. Without the will of the people, the changes Coolidge made would mean nothing, and Coolidge was highly aware of that fact as well. By choosing to let the people take pride in themselves, Coolidge took pride in his work as