The presidential version of "Mom! You're embarrassing me."
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. . . reminds me of when FDR had to ask his mother to stop listening in on a telephone conversation he was having in the White House . . .
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Great story about FDR and King George VI when the royals were visiting Hyde Park pre-WW2. FDR steered the king toward the library bar. 1/
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“My mother thinks you should have a cup of tea,” FDR said with a smile. “She doesn’t approve of cocktails.” 2/
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“Neither does my mother,” replied George VI, as he gratefully accepted a stiff drink. 3/end
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Goddammit, Ma, I’m the president.
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Best letter of all time
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Another "oldie but goodie" from Beschloss.
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To me, it’s also striking that she would only have her son for another year.
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what was the photo?
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Mother's prerogative. Sorry.
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The original helicopter parent! I wonder if she ever call the electoral college prior to his election
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Back when there were adults in the White House.
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Surprised he didn't say "please".
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I love this letter to his mom. He was respectful and he made his point.
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Can you find a copy of her letter to nk cause that must be great.
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I love this most today. Just so great.
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I believe I saw this recently at the JFK Library.
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Do we know anything about the photo that JFK refers to in the letter? Would be very interested to see. Thanks.
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