What Makes a President Great?

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This paper provides an examination of some of the factors that make a president great. The paper looks at certain moral and personality characteristics and also examines the evolution of the presidency over time. The paper also makes mention of the present roles and functions of the United States president and includes a literature review of the sources presented.

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"There is arguably no public office anywhere in the world that presents the multiplicity of challenges and opportunities that the American presidency does. No presidency is the same; some presidents have had a greater influence in shaping policy and public opinions than others. Presidents such as FDR, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush, were all presidents who were skillful politicians and used the media and the presidency to their full advantage. The question tackled is what makes a President great. The writer believes that a President, who is charismatic, has a likeable personality, and who is able to make skillful use of the media to his advantage, will be able to shape public opinion and would eventually lead to a great and memorable presidency."

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