Was James Buchanan the worst U.S. President?

5 days ago ... April 23 marks the birthday of James Buchanan, the man regarded by many historians as one of the worst presidents of all time. So what did Buchanan do to earn the disrespect of so many people? read more

Buchanan came to the presidency under somewhat traditional but trying circumstances. He was a five-time member of the House of Representatives, the secretary of state under President James Polk, and the U.S. minister to Great Britain. read more

Buchanan came to the presidency under somewhat traditional but trying circumstances. Buchanan was a five-time member of the House of Representatives, the secretary of state under President James Polk, and the U.S. minister to Great Britain. read more

Elizabeth Nix Lame-duck President James Buchanan ranks near the bottom in presidential popularity polls. read more