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Trump?

when are we having trump to the ratings WHAT WILL SATISFY YOU (talk) 15:00, 11 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

He is. But just like Grover Cleveland the other president with 2 non-consecutive terms he is listed at his first spot, ie before Biden as 45/47th president.Arnoutf (talk) 17:25, 11 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

@Arnoutf Thank you! WHAT WILL SATISFY YOU (talk) 11:29, 12 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Racist president page

Why are the only two studies listed far left. Surely there are more balanced scales. I believe Abe was morally opposed to slavery and segregation since his teen years. Not to be a political crazy, but I think the two studies (book + study) are unreliable. GreaterTree (talk) 05:56, 11 April 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Should we make a "Historical rankings of vice presidents of the United States" page

Usually when a US president list or comparison page exists, theres a vice president one too. Should we make a "Historical rankings of vice presidents of the United States" page? PublicDomainFan08 (talk) 18:07, 14 April 2025 (UTC)[reply]

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Add the following sentence to the section on Donald Trump:

"While many academic surveys rank Donald Trump among the lower tier of U.S. presidents, a significant portion of the American public and numerous political analysts regard him as one of the most effective leaders of the last 40 years. Supporters highlight his achievements in economic growth prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, deregulation, tax reform, strengthening the U.S. border, reshaping the federal judiciary, and challenging entrenched globalist policies. Critics argue that academic rankings often reflect the political leanings of predominantly liberal or Democratic-leaning historians, resulting in potential bias."

Reason: The current description of Trump’s historical ranking lacks balance and presents only the perspective of academic and institutional surveys, which are frequently criticized for ideological bias. Adding this note would enhance neutrality and reflect the broader national debate over Trump’s legacy. 69.4.121.27 (talk) 19:58, 21 April 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. PianoDan (talk) 20:47, 21 April 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Question about Trump's rating

Could you communists explain, in detail, how any of his policies are "institutionally racist"? 2600:1700:3350:37E0:9FEA:C236:9862:D8C1 (talk) 13:53, 24 April 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Cited right in the article: Hanes Walton Jr, Robert C. Smith & Sherri L. Wallace, eds. (2021) American Politics and the African American Quest for Universal Freedom. Pearson Longman. 9th edition, p 195–197