In 1920, Republican nominee for President Warren Harding promised “normalcy.” He knew it’s what the public wanted. In the end he won by a landslide. Harding was a strong business supporter. Harding is important to the time period of the twenties because he not only convinced Congress to lower business taxes but also helped slash the federal budget. Harding’s appointees consisted of close friends. Some saw their job as opportunities to make personal fortunes. Throughout Harding’s presidency several major scandals involving these men took place. Harding was never linked to any of the crimes. Harding suffered a heart attack and died, leaving Vice President, Calvin Coolidge, as President.
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