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Originally posted by KSigkid
It's funny, in my mind he's one of the most overrated presidents in history. Yes, he should get some credit for helping lead the country through World War II, but...
Teddy was the better Roosevelt in the presidency by far; take a look at the era of presidential corruption he stepped into, and the fact that he was able to raise the presidency's importance again is a minor miracle. In addition, I'd say Truman had a tougher job following Roosevelt and did a fantastic job.
FDR almost lost his presidency anyways after his second term with his court-packing scheme and inability to drum up any Congressional support; World War II saved his presidency.
End of hijack.
Collin
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I agree with everything you've said... I think that's a first for my GC experience. FDR is way overrated. Teddy was indeed the better president, except for his Bull Moose fiasco that split the party. FDR's attempt to hijack the Supreme Court was simply an attempt to be god, or perhaps to take our country farther down the path of socialism. The Congressional Record provides some great insight into the era and FDR's relationship with Congress. Anyways, back to the topic. I'm not a Bush hater. I caught an interview with Molly Ivins this morning and was completely unimpressed. The Democrats should stick with the heavy hitters if they want to bash the president. Bring on James Carville, at least he's entertaining. I'd give the president a B so far for his overall job performance.
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