Reputation Overrides Record

How Warren G. Harding Mistakenly Became the Worst President of the United States

Historians assessing the Harding presidency have focused on its scandals to the neglect of its progress on civil liberties and restoration of economic normalcy, undoing major intrusions enacted during the Wilson administration. President Hardings tarnished reputation merits reconsideration in light of his release of political prisoners, restoration of free speech, and prosperity-promoting economic policies.