Yesterday, we celebrated President’s Day—a Federal holiday. This day was originally set aside to honor the life and work of George Washington (the first president of the United States) on February 22—the anniversary of his birth. In 1971, the holiday was moved to the third Monday in February.
Many also celebrate Abraham Lincoln, who was born on February 12, so the day commemorates past presidents of the United States of America.
As we reminisce on past presidents, it is fitting to ask the question, “Can Presidents Lead?” The Framers of the Constitution crafted a set of checks and balances that serve as multiple veto points for presidents.
In 2011, Michael Genovese, who serves as the Chair of Leadership Studies at Loyola Marymount University, updated his book entitled The Presidential Dilemma: Revisiting Democratic Leadership in the American System. He offers interesting insights and perspectives to address our question.
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