Moments of Movie Wisdom: Inspiration from Mr. Lincoln in ‘Mr. Smith Goes to Washington’ (1939)

Moments of Movie Wisdom: Inspiration from Mr. Lincoln in ‘Mr. Smith Goes to Washington’ (1939)
James Stewart in "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington." Columbia Pictures/mptvimages.com
Tiffany Brannan
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February is the shortest month of the year, but it seems to have the most holidays. The number was trimmed down slightly when Lincoln’s birthday and Washington’s birthday were traded out for the combined Presidents Day, which always lands on a Monday to make a long weekend. While the extra day off may be a relief to some workers and students, it has resulted in less acknowledgement of two of the finest presidents our nation has ever known, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Looking back at classic films, it’s obvious that Abraham Lincoln was the most beloved past president during the early 20th century.

Tiffany Brannan
Tiffany Brannan
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Tiffany Brannan is a 23-year-old opera singer, Hollywood historian, vintage fashion enthusiast, and journalist. Her classic film journey started in 2016 when she and her sister started the Pure Entertainment Preservation Society to reform the arts by reinstating the Motion Picture Production Code. Tiffany launched Cinballera Entertainment in June 2023 to produce original performances which combine opera, ballet, and old films in historic SoCal venues. Having written for The Epoch Times since 2019, she became the host of a YouTube channel, The Epoch Insights, in June 2024.
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