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Chatter: FDR, Charles Lindbergh, and Presidential Libraries with Paul Sparrow

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Evolution of Presidential Libraries and the Management of Sensitive Information

The chapter covers the journey of a museum director to becoming the head of the FDR Library, discussing FDR's legacy, the accessibility of collections, and the history of the National Archives. It explores the development of presidential libraries under the National Archives system, touching on public-private partnerships, sensitive information management, and the challenges posed by digital records. The speaker reflects on the intricate process of classifying and declassifying documents and the evolving models of presidential libraries, showcasing how these institutions bridge the gap between public and private entities in preserving presidential history.

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