Ulysses S Grant (No Term Limits)

Ulysses S Grant became president in 1874.

First Term
Santo Domingo Annexation

The United States annexed the Dominican Republic in 1877 after having missed the opportunity 7 years earlier due to the civil war. It is added as a state.

Economy

Grant helped the economy recover by reducing the debt through selling the gold surplus and buying back war bonds.

15th Amendment Passes

15th amendment passes giving minorities and women the right to vote. The remaining state military governments are abolished. However, federal troops remain to protect against violence against Republicans and minorities.

Second Term
In 1878 Ulysses S Grant wins the election against Samuel Tilden.

Chinese Exclusion Act

Chinese are excluded from immigration.

Death of VP

Matthew Carpenter dies in 1881 and is replaced with Chester Arthur.

Third Term
In 1882 Ulysses S Grant successfully wins a third term running against Winfield Hancock.

Civil Rights Cases

In 1883 several civil rights cases go forward. While the Supreme Court rules that discrimination by private actors is constitutional it strikes down de jure discrimination, including segregation.

Death

Ulysses S Grant dies in 1885 and is succeeded by Chester Arthur.