In assessing what is good in a president, one must look at that president’s ability to properly govern its citizens and country and in the manner in which he does it. Richard Milhouse Nixon had it within his grasp to be the greatest post-World War II president, he was extremely intelligent, had a driving ambition, and was a political consummate. However, Nixon’s coercive traits and dubious political tactics leave little faith in his legitimacy. In many respects Richard Nixon was a good president, and undoubtedly had positive effects on America. However, his presidency was tainted with deception, coercion, and self-seeking interests. He is the most unpopular president of all time and his effects on American politics and his impact on the United States are largely negative and propelled by a need to prove self worth and a vocation for re-election. His abuse of power and disregard of morals lend to images of ruthlessness and merciless tyranny. His deceit and un-ethical tactics, especially during the Watergate scandal disintegrate his integrity and devalue his worth as a president. Richard Nixon was a very capable and strong president who had greatness within h

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