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How to Make the Most Consequential Decision in the World

Oct 3, 2024
Gautum Mukunda, a Harvard Kennedy School expert, discusses the monumental significance of presidential voting based on his book, "Picking Presidents." He dives into the historical dynamics of leadership, using Truman's 1944 Democratic Convention decision as a key example. Mukunda contrasts filtered and unfiltered leadership through American history, reflecting on how ineffective governance shapes society. He emphasizes the profound impact of presidents on civil rights and advocates for improved leadership selection to drive meaningful change.
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