Key Facts
- Term
- 1893--1897
- Party
- Democratic
- Vice President
- Adlai Stevenson I
- First Lady
- Frances Cleveland
- Home State
- New York
- Born
- 1837
- Died
- 1908
Biography
Cleveland won back the presidency in 1892 but was engulfed by the Panic of 1893.
Key Events & Accomplishments
- Faced the Panic of 1893
- Used federal troops to break the Pullman Strike (1894)
Election Results
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | Benjamin Harrison | 277-145 | +3.0% |
Notable Quotes
“I have tried so hard to do right.”
Did You Know?
- Cleveland is counted as both the 22nd and 24th president.