Americans love to talk about ‘greatness.’ In this book, Zev Eleff explores the phenomenon of ‘greatness’ culture and what Americans really mean when they talk about greatness. Making a case for George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, the Beatles, Michael Jordan, or Mickey Mouse involves the prioritization of politics and perspectives. The persistence of Henry Ford as a great American despite his toxic antisemitism offers another layer to this historical phenomenon. Includes Kosher Dairy Lunch.