Which of the following is the best summary of Gerald Ford’s presidency? Ford assumed office after Nixon’s impeachment, continued
many of Nixon’s policies, and did not win reelection in 1976. Ford assumed office after a special election, discontinued most of Nixon’s policies, and won reelection in 1976. Ford assumed office after a special election, continued many of Nixon’s policies, and did not win reelection in 1976. Ford assumed office after Nixon’s resignation, continued many of Nixon’s policies, and did not win reelection in 1976.
The answer would be the last option. Nixon was detached
from office by his own resignation. It is extensively supposed
that had Nixon not resigned, his accusation by the House and elimination
from office by a hearing before the United States Senate would
have happened. Ford persisted the détante policy that Nixon has tracked.
However, he did not win the 1976 election.
In general, there are four main purposes of government: to establish laws, maintain order and provide security, protect citizens from external threats, and promote the general welfare by providing public services.