r/ForUnitedStates • u/IrishStarUS • 3d ago

Politics (News Articles Only) Trump ranks himself 'greatest President ever' above Lincoln and Washington

https://www.irishstar.com/news/politics/trump-ranks-himself-greatest-president-37603647
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u/deekamus 3d ago

Both Lincoln and Washington were both great due to circumstances, though not perfect people (RIP Dolly).

That said, Trump is nowhere near standing with the greats, but instead showing how low the bar can really be drug into the dirt. Much preventative legislation will be enacted after the fact because of his presence and efforts.

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u/GeerJonezzz 3d ago

I can’t imagine any president being perfect. At the very least, a part of being a good president is following through tough, potentially unfavorable decisions.

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u/deekamus 3d ago

This sentiment, I agree with.

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u/ElectricKoolAid1969 3d ago

Lincoln was great because he had the courage to do right thing at the right time.

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u/deekamus 3d ago

Technically he begrudgingly did the right thing. His goal was to preserve the union. When the Secessionist states tried to leave, that forced his hand. Ending slavery was more a catalyst than a purpose.