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Posthumous Presidential Reappraisals

The Gist

CHAPTER

Legacy and Mourning: The Presidential Narrative

This chapter examines the exalted status of George Washington and the impact of collective mourning on presidential legacies. It contrasts Washington's legacy with one-term presidents, analyzing how public grief can elevate or obscure their historical perceptions. The discussion also reflects on the post-presidential life of former presidents, exploring how their legacies are reappraised over time and the implications of their deaths on public memory.

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