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William Howard Taft
He hated being president, loved being a judge, and eventually became Chief Justice of the Supreme Court — which he considered the better job by far.
1857–1930
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A path from presidency to the highest court
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1857
Cincinnati beginnings
William Howard Taft was born into a political family, growing up in an environment that encouraged public service and legal understanding.
