Quote by Russell Baker

When sudden death takes a president, opportunities for new beginnings flourish among the ambitious and the tensions among such people can be dramatic, as they were when President Kennedy was killed.

When sudden death takes a president, opportunities for new b

Summary

This quote suggests that when a president dies suddenly, it creates a vacuum of power that sparks ambition and the pursuit of new beginnings among individuals. The quote specifically references the tension and drama that arose after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The idea portrayed is that the unexpected death of a leader creates an environment where aspiring individuals see an opportunity to rise, leading to intense rivalries and conflicts among them.

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By Russell Baker

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