J. Michael

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Our actions should portray the President as the President. He must be perceived as a leader; strong (sometimes tough), but fair…it is all well and good to have Americans “like” their president—but it is even more important that they respect him….Every day that we delay action is a day lost forever…we only have so many competent people and a limited amount of time. We can’t do everything. And shouldn’t try. • Speeches should be sent back when they aren’t good. • Deadlines should be set. • People who don’t perform well should be told so or fired. • There should be some pain for screwing up; not ...more
The Gatekeepers: How the White House Chiefs of Staff Define Every Presidency
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