On August 9, 1974, Gerald R. Ford was sworn in as the 38th President of the United States, making him the first person in American history to assume the office neither being elected to it nor the vice presidency.
Ford did not seek the presidency. He also did not shy away from its responsibilities, and made tough and often unpopular decisions that he believed were best for our nation and our allies.
In a 500 to 750 word essay, reflect on one of these decisions. Do you believe that it was the right decision for our nation? Why or why not? What would you have advised President Ford to do?
