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Posthumous Presidential Reappraisals

The Gist

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The Complexities of Presidential Communication and Historical Perspective

This chapter explores the intricacies of managing presidential image, particularly through the lens of Carter's communication strategies. It critiques both historians' focus on public appearances over essential leadership elements and the contemporary tendency of historians to act as pundits, influencing public perception of current and historical events.

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