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In politics, the word "Presidential" is often used. We talk about candidates who can and can't look or sounds presidential, using the word liberally without ever really indicating what exactly it means. What does it mean? Everyone has a slightly different answer. It means that you should look a certain way, talk a certain way. To be able to do a good speech, have a good comeback for each attack line and loaded question. Have the right facial expressions and inflexions as you talk. But every president has defined "presidential" slightly differently.

In 47 articles leading up to election day, Milton Rios explores a speech, statement or quote which in some way defines the character and legacy of each American President. A new column lands every Monday and Friday.

(Graphic Attribition: http://presidentialtransition.org)
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