Defining & Measuring the Success of a U.S. President

Defining & Measuring the Success of a U.S. President is a nonpartisan community workshop designed to explore how we evaluate presidential leadership. Through an interactive discussion, participants will analyze key success measures—economic performance, foreign policy, social progress, crisis management, and more—while considering both objective data and public perception. The event will begin with an overview of survey results, followed by small-group discussions where attendees will debate key criteria and propose specific benchmarks for success. Groups will then reconvene to share insights and reflect on different perspectives. Rooted in Braver Angels’ ethos of civil discourse, this event fosters meaningful, respectful conversations on leadership, governance, and the challenges of defining success in a divided political landscape.