President Calvin Coolidge saw a few historic moments during his presidency, including the first "talking" motion picture in 1927, but his term ended shortly after the Great Depression hit the nation. In the ups and downs of his four years, Coolidge brought dignity back to the presidential office, in the aftermath of the scandals and affairs of Harding.
Also, this is just a little thing, but the main reason I recognize Calvin Coolidge's name is from a line in the classic film Singin' in the Rain (which, incidentally, is set in the 1927). There is a moment when Lina Lamont, a film actress and a complete diva, is jealous of Don Lockwood. She boasts, "Why I make more money than...than Calvin Coolidge! Put together!" So, every time I see or hear Coolidge's name, I think of that line. :)
I am grateful for Calvin Coolidge.
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