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US election counterintuitives

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Unconventional Leadership: Examining Presidential Impact

This chapter explores the unexpected efficacy of surprising U.S. presidents, such as George W. Bush, in implementing significant policies, particularly regarding foreign aid and humanitarian efforts. It reflects on the bipartisan support for initiatives during critical historical moments and critiques political memory's role in shaping perceptions of leadership. The discussion extends to contemporary geopolitical challenges, contrasting bipartisan agreements on threats like China with divisions on issues such as Ukraine.

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