Zachary Taylor

Birth-Death: (1784 - 1850 ) Term: (1849-1850 )

The issue of Taylor's Presidency was the expansion of slavery. California and New Mexico were on the brink of statehood, and Taylor called for them to begin the process immediately. This increased the conflict between the North and the South, for although Taylor wished to have it out immediately, it was clear that the results of his actions would not be entirely desireable for others.