Some presidential decisions have had disastrous and far-reaching consequences. This course examines the most harmful choices made by U.S. presidents, from misguided wars to failed policies, and the lasting impact they had on the nation. By analyzing the errors in judgment and their consequences, we’ll understand how these critical missteps reshaped the nation and what lessons can be drawn from them.

Robert Watson is an award-winning author of over 40 books and 200 scholarly articles on political, military, and social history, with several of his works featured on C-SPAN and TV shows. A frequent media commentator, he has been interviewed by major outlets like CNN, MSNBC, and NPR, and has appeared as an expert on numerous historical documentaries.

"I would attend any lecture that Dr. Watson delivers." OLLI Patron