TIL that when Isaac Newton was removed from school due to his interest in personal pursuits rather than studies, his mother tried to make him a farmer. Newton’s hatred for farming and some persuasion from a schoolmaster led him to finish school aged 18 and enter Cambridge University a year later. by whatilearned October 30, 2021, 4:51 pm 12 Points Upvote Downvote
10 Comments TIL about the Johnson Treatment, a strategy used by Lyndon B. Johnson to get legislation passed. Johnson, who was 6’4″, would invade the personal space of the target and issue a disorientating stream of flattery, threats and persuasion that would leave the target unable to counter. by whatilearned May 24, 2021, 1:58 pm 12 Points Upvote Downvote
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