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Today in U.S. Presidential History 2/3 (lemmy.world)
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On February 3 1924, The 28th President of the United States Woodrow Wilson passed away. President Wilson served from 1913 to 1917

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Presidential Quote of the day: George W. Bush (lemmy.world)
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“I know the human being and fish can co-exist peacefully.” - George. W. Bush

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Today in U.S. Presidential History 7/24 (lemmy.world)
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On July 24 1862, Eighth President Martin Van Buren died. He died of bronchial asthma and heart failure. President Van Buren served from 1837-1841.

Happy July 4th! Here's some Presidential Trivia in c/presidents
[–] Nookington 2 points 1 year ago

One of my favorite pieces of presidential trivia even though it's a bit morbid! Happy 4th to you and the whole community!

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Today in U.S. Presidential History 7/1 (self.presidents)
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On July 1st 2015 U.S. President Barack Obama announced the formal restoration of diplomatic relations between the United States and Cuba.

Below is a picture of President Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro shaking hands at the Summit of the Americas in April 2015

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Presidential quote of the day: Warren G. Harding (self.presidents)
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“I am not fit for this office and never should have been here.” -Warren G. Harding, 29th President of the United States

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Today in U.S. Presidential History 6/24/23 (self.presidents)
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On June 24 1908, President Grover Cleveland passed away after suffering a heart attack at the age of 71. President Cleveland served two non-consecutive terms, they were 1885-1889 and 1893-1897.

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Today in U.S. Presidential History (self.presidents)
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On June 21,1940 Richard Nixon gets married to Thelma Catherine "Pat" Ryan. They were married for 53 years, and had two children. Included is a pic of them below!

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Today in U.S. Presidential History (on-this-day.com)
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On June 20th 1990, U.S. President George H.W. Bush announced the suspension of U.S.-Palestinian dialogue after an attempt by a Palestinian commando group to land in Israel.

Gold Bugs vs. Silverites: Forgotten Presidential History in c/presidents
[–] Nookington 2 points 1 year ago

I'd probably side with the Gold bugs if I was alive during that election cycle. Just from a historic standpoint the gold standard has been more widely used and reliable. Though I see the Silverite's point with it being more abundant it's easier to expand the money supply as the economy grows. On the other hand with how abundant silver is it has less stability than gold as it has more practical uses than gold which could deter investments. So I'd be voting McKinley.

What's Your Favorite President? in c/presidents
[–] Nookington 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Richard Nixon, while definitely and uncommon choice I've always been captivated by him. His highs were high like creating the EPA, negotiating SALT and pulling out of Vietnam but his lows were very low most notably being the Watergate Scandal which has overshadowed his presidency. I've also just found him as a person just very interesting from his harsh upbringing to his battle with mental health.