After the Initial Shock of the Initial Harding Administration Scandals

Multiple Choice

After the initial shock of the initial Harding administration scandals, many Americans reacted to the acquittals of two wealthy businessmen connected to the Teapot Dome scandal by

A) demanding that these two businessmen have their assets seized and be prosecuted civilly.
B) demonstrating a cynical acceptance of the easy ability of wealthy and politically connected Americans to manipulate the courts to their legal advantage.
C) demanding the impeachment of the president.
D) suggesting that Harding resign the presidency so that Calvin Coolidge could take control.
E) calling for a thorough Congressional investigation.