Calvin Coolidge -- 30th President | Civics Matter

Loading

Calvin Coolidge -- 30th President | Civics Matter

Biography

Coolidge presided over the Roaring Twenties with a philosophy of limited government.

Key Events & Accomplishments

Presided over the economic boom of the Roaring Twenties
Signed the Revenue Act of 1924, cutting taxes significantly

Election Results

Year	Opponent	Electoral Vote	Popular Vote
1924	John W. Davis, Robert La Follette	382-136-13	+25.2%

Notable Quotes

“The chief business of the American people is business.”

Did You Know?

Coolidge was sworn in by his own father by kerosene lamp at 2:47 AM.

Share

Warren G. HardingPrevious All Presidents Herbert HooverNext