1. Discuss the early background, political career, and personal attributes of the Repulican, William McKinley of Ohio. Why was he such a popular figure in the Grand Old Party? Describe his political philosophy and his stands on the key issues of the day (1896).
2. Discuss and compare the two presidential elections in which General Ulysses S. Grant ran for the White House- 1868 and 1872. Illustrate how, in just four years, Grants heroic image became greatly tarnished, yet, despite a climate of scandal and corruption that pervaded his administration, he was still able to pull off an easy victory. How was he able to accomplish this?
