

Past and Present Efforts to Obscure Presidential Health Problems
Jul 26, 2024
Walter Olson, a legal expert and advocate for transparency in government, dives into the critical issue of presidential health secrecy. He reviews historical instances from Grover Cleveland to Franklin D. Roosevelt, revealing the national security risks associated with hidden health problems. Olson highlights recent controversies surrounding public health disclosure, particularly with President Biden's absence from the public eye. He suggests that increased transparency can bolster public trust and calls for potential Congressional oversight regarding the president's medical evaluations.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Secrecy and Presidential Health: A Historical Overview
02:24 • 4min
Transparency and Protocols in Presidential Health Issues
06:08 • 2min
Transparency and the President's Health
08:10 • 7min
Congressional Oversight of Presidential Health: A Discussion on Medical Evaluation
14:46 • 2min