After Henry (book) - Washington

Washington

Two of the three essays from the "Washington" section of the book were republished in 2001 as part of Didion's book Political Fictions.

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    There can be no greater error than to expect, or calculate, upon real favors from nation to nation. It is an illusion which experience must cure, which a just pride ought to discard.
    —George Washington (1732–1799)

    While I do not think it was so intended I have always been of the opinion that this turned out to be much the best for me. I had no national experience. What I have ever been able to do has been the result of first learning how to do it. I am not gifted with intuition. I need not only hard work but experience to be ready to solve problems. The Presidents who have gone to Washington without first having held some national office have been at great disadvantage.
    Calvin Coolidge (1872–1933)

    When you wish upon a star your dreams come true.
    —Ned Washington (190l–1976)