26. Jimmy Carter (1977-1981)
Carter’s leadership in the crisis ranked low but very high in the pursuit of equal justice. He is credited with creating a national energy policy to deal with shortages and bringing together the Camp David accords between Israel and Egypt. But his administration was battling economic stagnation and experiencing setbacks such as the hostage crisis in Iran.
26. Jimmy Carter
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25. Gerald Ford (1974-1977)
Ford ranked highest and lowest for his vision and ability to set an agenda for his moral authority. Assuming the presidency after Richard Nixon’s resignation, by granting Nixon a full pardon, Ford attempted to move the country past the political crisis. In 1976, Ford won the Republican nomination, but he lost the election.
25. Gerald Ford
