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Skybird · 12-29-24, 05:32 PM

He shares a fate with Gorbachev in that he was perceived much differently and more positively outside his home country than he was at home.

IMO he was neither one of America's best nor one of America's worst presidents. In fact, I think he was better than his countrymen ascribe to him. See first paragraph.

I am one of those who believe that the Republican campaign led to a conspiracy that dramatically reduced his chances of re-election by making concessions to Iran for delaying the release of the hostages so that he could not benefit from the prestige of their release. I know many will disagree, but I find the reasons for this narrative far more convincing than the narrative that seeks to discredit it.

All in all probably a slightly underestimated POTUS. But also: one acting with little luck.

Bon Voyage.

12-29-24, 05:32 PM	#2
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,645 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	He shares a fate with Gorbachev in that he was perceived much differently and more positively outside his home country than he was at home. IMO he was neither one of America's best nor one of America's worst presidents. In fact, I think he was better than his countrymen ascribe to him. See first paragraph. I am one of those who believe that the Republican campaign led to a conspiracy that dramatically reduced his chances of re-election by making concessions to Iran for delaying the release of the hostages so that he could not benefit from the prestige of their release. I know many will disagree, but I find the reasons for this narrative far more convincing than the narrative that seeks to discredit it. All in all probably a slightly underestimated POTUS. But also: one acting with little luck. Bon Voyage. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.