President Rutherford B. Hayes and Gilded Age Politics

Authors

Kelsey Smith, Tower Center

Abstract

Kelsey Smith explores the often-overlooked politics of the Gilded Age, focusing on President Rutherford B. Hayes. Contrary to the era's reputation for corruption, Smith argues that Hayes worked diligently to reform civil service and address political corruption. Through Hayes' efforts, the groundwork for the modern Progressive Era's political developments was laid​

Recommended Citation

Smith, Kelsey (2024) "President Rutherford B. Hayes and Gilded Age Politics," The Dialogue: Vol. 5: Iss. 2, Article 3.
Available at: https://scholar.smu.edu/thedialogue/vol5/iss2/3