Franklin Pierce

The grades

1. SovereigntyDid they put American interests first and keep decisions in American hands?
   C+
2. HemisphereDid they guard the Americas against rival powers and threats?
   B-
3. RestraintDid they keep the country out of wars of choice that weakened it?
   C
4. StatecraftDid they use diplomacy, force and alliances skillfully, on American terms?
   C-
5. Industry and tradeDid they protect and build American industry?
   C
6. Working AmericansDid ordinary working families do better because of them?
   C-
7. BuildingDid they build things that lasted and push the frontier forward?
   C+
8. NationDid they strengthen a shared American identity and the Union?
   D
9. CompetenceWere they capable, honest and effective in office?
   D