Quote by Robert E. Sherwood

All Coolidge had to do in 1924 was to keep his mean trap shut, to be elected. All Harding had to do in 1920 was repeat Avoid foreign entanglements. All Hoover had to do in 1928 was to endorse Coolidge. All Roosevelt had to do in 1932 was to point to Hoover.

All Coolidge had to do in 1924 was to keep his mean trap shu

Summary

This quote highlights the simplicity of the political landscape during specific presidential elections. It suggests that President Coolidge (1924) only needed to maintain a quiet demeanor to secure his re-election. Similarly, President Harding's (1920) simple message of avoiding foreign involvement was sufficient for his victory. President Hoover's (1928) endorsement from Coolidge and President Roosevelt's (1932) ability to blame Hoover's policies are portrayed as the key factors in their respective triumphs. Overall, the quote emphasizes the limited efforts required by these presidents to secure electoral success by either staying quiet, repeating slogans, or pointing fingers at their predecessors.

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By Robert E. Sherwood

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