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This points to a split between public greatness and historical fit. On one hand, the quote praises his force of speech and stature, on the other it reads as a judgment that his instincts belonged to an older political world, which could make him seem out of step with the century around him. It lands when a gifted leader is also the wrong shape for the moment.
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About Richard Cohen
American writer
Richard Martin Cohen is an American writer known for his syndicated column in The Washington Post. He wrote it from 1976 to 2019. He is best known for that long-running column, which gave him a wide readership over several decades. His work in print defined his public profile and is the main reason he is remembered.
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