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Presidents’ Day used to mean something. It was a time to honor the great leaders who have shaped our country today, from George Washington’s unwavering leadership to Abraham Lincoln’s defense of the Union. But nowadays, the holiday has become little more than an excuse for mattress sales and a long weekend. The truth is, Presidents’ Day has lost its meaning. Communication scholars Richard M. Perloff and Anup Kumar suggest one way to resurrect the patriotic spirit of Presi …