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Harry S. Truman

All the president is, is a glorified public relations man who spends his time flattering, kissing, and kicking people to get them to do what they are supposed to do anyway.

Harry S. Truman

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Harry S. Truman is saying that the president's main job is to manage relationships and influence others rather than create new rules or policies.

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