Question

In August of 1974, President Nixon resigned and his Vice President, Gerald Ford, took over as president. In 1976, Ford would have to compete in an election to keep his job as President. Based on what you’ve read about Ford’s actions, why would Ford have a hard time winning in the election of 1976?

Answer 1

Because he was young and congress didn't agree with him as president

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Answer 2

Ford had a hard time winning in the election of 1976 because:

• Ford lacked the strong hold on voter's emotions that most incumbents had

• Watergate scandal may have some bearing on defeat of Ford as well