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“The greatest presidents have been those who demonstrated astute judgment in times of crisis - often despite the advice they were getting.” quote by Robert Dallek — Download Open image

“The greatest presidents have been those who demonstrated astute judgment in times of crisis - often despite the advice they were getting.”

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