John Calvin Coolidge Jr. was and is the only president born on the fourth of July. He had one younger sister. Coolidge’s mother died when he was twelve years and old, and his sister died several years later. He attended Amherst College in Massachusetts, then apprenticed at a law firm until opening his own firm in 1898. Coolidge started in local government and slowly worked his way up the ladder. He was known as quite Cal because he was quiet and serious. In 1905 he married Grace Anna Goodhue, who was very talkative and social. Their marriage was happy and successful.
During his time as governor of Massachusetts Boston policemen went on strike. Coolidge called in the National Guard and calming the situation down. This brought him into the national spotlight. This event made him a favorite among conservatives throughout the country. This became the foundation for his presidential run in 1920. Warren G Harding was voted the Republic candidate for president and Coolidge was the Vice president Candidate. Harding and Coolidge blew out Franklin D. Roosevelt and James M Cox. Harding and Coolidge won every state outside of the south.
Calving Coolidge was the first VP to give speeches, attend cabinet meetings, and perform other official duties. On August 2, 1923 died during a trip in California. Coolidge became the President of the United States. In 1924 Calvin was nominated for the Republican candidate running against John W. Davis. His son (Calvin Jr) died shortly after he was nominated for republican candidate. However he still won the 1924 election. He chose not to run for a full second term in 1928.
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Good summary but be sure to include personal thoughts!