February 7, 2018
By Sid Das
Staff Writer
On April 30, 1789, George Washington took the oath of office, becoming the United States’ first president. Since then, 44 more presidents have taken on the honor and responsibility of leading the country. As President’s Day approaches, members of the LHS community reveal their favorite commanders-in-chief.
Mr. Clifford, history teacher: George Washington (1789-1797)
“[He was] general of the Continental Army…. After Britain surrendered, Washington was offered a Crown by the Second Continental Army but refused it. [Washington was the] first victorious military leader to renounce offer of [the] crown. He chose to retire from public life and live out his days as a planter and businessman.”
Shane D’Andrea, junior: Donald J. Trump (2017-present)
“He is very passionate and wants the very best for the country. I admire his strict policies that have [made] a strong impact on countries.”
Angelina DeCoro, junior: John F. Kennedy (1961-1963)
“He had an interesting relationship with Marilyn Monroe.”
Victor Jorge, junior: Donald Trump (2017-present)
“He is my favorite because I feel he will truly make our country great again. So far in his first year, he has made our country thrive and become more united.”
John Lazaris, freshman: Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865)
“[Lincoln] wears a cool top hat.”
Mr. Newman, history teacher: Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865)
“When you factor in all that he did in his four years in office including managing the country with states leaving the Union before the Civil War, becoming the first real commander-in-chief of the U.S. military while most generals joined the South, creating the Emancipation Proclamation and starting to prepare the country for Reconstruction after the Civil War, Lincoln was an incredible leader.”
Mr. Tessalone, history teacher: Harry Truman (1945-1953)
“History has been kinder to the president from the Show Me State. I love teaching about the presidential election of 1948. It is my favorite election. His Fair Deal does not get nearly enough attention as compared to FDR’s New Deal. Finally, his decision to drop the atomic bombs is still very controversial, and I enjoy teaching about them.”
Elisa Xhemajli, sophomore: Barack Obama (2009-2017)
“He is hardworking [and] intelligent.”
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