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Overview
Author
Calvin Coolidge
Year Delivered
1925
Type
Primary Source
Genre
History, Speech
At a Glance
Calvin Coolidge (1872–1933), serving as vice president, first became president when President Warren G. Harding (1865–1923) died in office.
Coolidge then ran for president in 1924 and won a landslide victory, with 54 percent of the popular vote and 382 electoral college votes.
In his inaugural speech, Coolidge presents a positive, optimistic view of the country.
Coolidge highlights the important role the United States had played in World War I (1914–18).
He emphasizes his intention to keep the United States out of further military conflict and explains that he will reduce the size and expense of the armed forces.
He presents his vision of the country as an important and influential leader on the world stage, affirming that the United States has a duty to help others.
He explains that his domestic agenda will be defined by lower taxes and reduced government spending.
He notes his support for limits on immigration, explaining that this will help protect American workers.
He expresses his belief that spirituality is the best tool for creating and maintaining peace and stability in the country and throughout the world.
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