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Henry Jones Ford
Henry Jones Ford (1851–1925) was an American political scientist, journalist, and historian, known for his contributions to the study of American government and public administration. He authored influential works, such as "The Rise and Growth of American Politics" (1898) and "The Cleveland Era: A Chronicle of the New Order in Politics" (1919), focusing on the evolution of American political institutions. Ford was also a professor at Princeton University and played a key role in promoting the study of political science in higher education. His work is notable for blending historical analysis with insights into contemporary political challenges.
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CHAPTER I. A TRANSITION PERIOD Politicians at Washington very generally failed to realize that the advent of President Hayes marked the dismissal of the issues of war and reconstruction. They regarded as an episode what turned out to be the close of an era. They saw, indeed, that public interest in the old issues had waned, but they were confident that this lack of interest was transient. They admitted...
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CHAPTER I AN IMITATION COURT Washington was glad to remain at Mount Vernon as long as possible after he had consented to serve as President, enjoying the life of a country gentleman, which was now much more suited to his taste than official employment. He was weary of public duties and the heavy demands upon his time which had left him with little leisure for his private life at home. His...
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