As quoted from the alternative universe, President A. Blinkin
Ken O’Brien
The great Hispanic American George Santayana observed, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”
An historical figure who has, for me, always been an exemplar of civic virtue is a little known individual named Cincinnatus. He is cited frequently as the historical template for George Washington’s decision to withdraw from politics after two terms as President.
The recent debate over the plan to return to a town meeting/board of selectmen form of government has reminded me of this.
As both the case of Cincinnatus and George Washington illustrate, in a time of crisis strong executive leadership is needed.
