The significance of Presidents Day has transformed from its humble beginnings as a recognition of George Washington's birth to a largely commercial holiday. While Washington himself paid little attention to his birthday—often working instead—modern interpretations, like those from historian Alexis Coe, suggest that his legacy has been diluted. Coe compares Washington's monument to those of other presidents, emphasizing that it lacks personal identifiers, reflecting a broader disconnection between historic commemorations and today's consumer-centric observances.
Washington seemed to show little interest in celebrating his own birthday, often dedicating those days to hard work and productivity instead of festivities.
Historian Alexis Coe articulates the disconnect between Washington's monumental legacy and how he's commemorated today, suggesting he lacks identifiable features in public perception.
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