Once a president gets to the White House, the only audience that is left that really matters is history.
Meaning of the quote
When a president becomes the leader of the United States, the only people who will really care about their actions in the long run are those who study history in the future. The president's decisions and accomplishments will be judged and remembered by historians, not by the general public or political supporters. The president's legacy and how they are viewed by future generations is the most important thing, not their popularity during their time in office.
About Doris Kearns Goodwin
Doris Kearns Goodwin is an acclaimed American biographer, historian, and political commentator. She has written extensively about U.S. presidents, including winning the Pulitzer Prize for her book on Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Goodwin has also produced television documentaries about prominent historical figures like Abraham Lincoln and George Washington.
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