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What is presidential legacy?

A president's legacy is the lasting impact and reputation they leave behind after their time in office. This is often shaped by their policies, actions, and how they are perceived by the public and experts over time. Trump's self-ranking attempts to define his own legacy, but it clashes with the historical consensus.

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