Coolidge Administrations - Changes in the U.S. Government
Changes in the U.S. Government
No significant changes in the structure of the U.S. governmental system occurred during Coolidge's presidency. This was understandable given his basic philosophy of keeping government as limited as possible. Further, the policies adopted during his administration were not unique to the Coolidge presidency; his predecessor, Warren Harding, had initiated many. Cutting taxes and balancing the federal budget were policies adopted during Harding's years as president. Restricting immigration to the United States also began under Harding; and in 1924 Coolidge signed legislation that imposed further limitations (See also, Domestic Issues). In the area of foreign relations the pattern was the same. Harding began the process of seeking world peace by means of naval disarmament, and Coolidge tried to extend this approach to ships not covered by the original treaty of 1921 (See also, Foreign...
[The entire page is 239 words long]
Join eNotes
Over 3,500 study guides, question and answer forums, literature criticism, reference content, and much more!
Navigate
Related Topics
