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Though Rutherford B. Hayes trailed in both popular and electoral votes, a congressional compromise named him President on one of the most controversial elections in Ameri

Congressional compromise awarded disputed electoral votes from three Southern states to Rutherford B. Hayes and ended Reconstruction in the South.

Serving in the Congress as well as a three-term Ohio governor, Rutherford B Hayes was a war hero, highly educated, and a viable candidate for the presidency in 1876.

James A. Garfield worked very hard throughout his life, succeeding at many things, including his education, his military career, and, of course, politics.

Rutherford B. Hayes achieved the Presidency in part because his early life offered very little in the way of scandal. He was a capable lawyer and a wartime hero.

Rutherford B. Hayes is not among the most well-known Presidents of the United States, but he played an important role in determining the shape of the union after the war.

Before ratification of the 22nd Amendment, only three presidents sought a third term in office, upsetting tradition and precedent that began with the Founding Fathers.

With minor exception, American voters demonstrated growing apathy with the major political parties during presidential elections by staying at home on election day.

Popularized in the mid-19th Century, the filibuster gives Senators, individually or in groups, the power to stop all Senate floor business.

Since the Republican Party's inception, its candidates have dominated the presidency. The U.S. has experienced some of its worst catastrophes under Republican leaders.