The Ghost in the White House / Some suggestions as to how a hundred million people (who are supposed in a vague, helpless way to haunt the white house) can make themselves felt with a president, how they can back him up, express themselves to him, be expressed by him, and get what they want

Name: The Ghost in the White House / Some suggestions as to how a hundred million people (who are supposed in a vague, helpless way to haunt the white house) can make themselves felt with a president, how they can back him up, express themselves to him, be expressed by him, and get what they want
Author: Gerald Stanley Lee

By Gerald Stanley Lee

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The text argues that the abstract idea of the people must be given concrete channels to influence the presidency and democratic life, using a ghost metaphor to show how popular will becomes inaudible unless organized. It outlines practical rights and habits—listening, voting, consumer skill, persistent local organization—and proposes institutional and individual techniques for clearer communication between citizens and government. Drawing on wartime civic examples, it recommends nationwide methods for collective attention, civic self-discipline, and vocational training to prevent demagoguery and class hold-ups, offering step-by-step guidance for citizens and leaders to translate collective opinion into effective public action.

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Gerald Stanley Lee

Gerald Stanley Lee was an American author and thinker known for his explorations of democracy, technology, and the art of reading. His notable work, "Crowds / A Moving-Picture of Democracy," examines the dynamics of public opinion and collective behavior in a democratic society. Lee also delved into the relationship between citizens and their government in "The Ghost in the White House," offering insights on how the populace can effectively communicate with their leaders. In addition to his social commentary, he reflected on cultural themes in "The Lost Art of Reading" and addressed the impact of technology in "The Voice of the Machines." Lee's writings contribute to discussions on the intersection of society, literature, and modernity.