William Howard Taft
William Howard Taft (1857-1930) was the 27th President of the United States, serving from 1909 to 1913. A member of the Republican Party, Taft was known for his cautious approach to progressive reforms and his focus on trust-busting, which aimed to regulate monopolies and promote fair competition. After his presidency, he became the only person to serve as Chief Justice of the United States, a position he held from 1921 to 1930. Taft's legacy includes significant judicial reforms and his efforts to balance the power of the executive branch, making him a notable figure in early 20th-century American politics.
Born on Sep 15, 1857 (168 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 131,874 | $21,000,000 | 8,367$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 131,874 | $21,000,000 | 8,367$ |
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United States:
His successor, William Howard Taft, took a similar action in 1909 with Executive Order 1142.
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Jamaica:
President William Howard Taft had a sleeping porch built on the roof to escape Washington’s hot summer nights.
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Dominican Republic:
President William Howard Taft ordered the construction of a sleeping porch on the roof to escape the hot summer nights in Washington.
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Canada:
William Howard Taft believed in special beneficial arrangements between Canada and the U.S.
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United States:
William Howard Taft was the onetime protégé of Teddy Roosevelt during the 1912 election.
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Venezuela:
William Howard Taft is mentioned in the context of his dollar diplomacy.
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United States:
President William Howard Taft emphasized the importance of holding judges accountable through impeachment.
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Canada:
William Howard Taft was the 27th U.S. president and a favorite summer retreat for vacationers in La Malbaie.
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United States:
The Supreme Court agreed as long ago as Myers v. United States in 1926 (authored by former President Chief Justice William Howard Taft).
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