James Garfield Quotes
A collection of quotes by James Garfield.
James A. Garfield (1831-1881) was the twentieth President of the United States, serving from March to September 1881. Born in Ohio and raised in poverty, Garfield worked as a teacher and later became a lawyer. He was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, where he gained a reputation for his oratory skills and supported civil rights. Garfield won the Republican nomination for president in 1880 and successfully campaigned on a platform of civil service reform. However, his presidency was cut short when he was assassinated just four months into office.
