Tough One

Daily writing prompt
Who are some underrated people in history?

This feels like a broad topic, and I almost immediately started thinking about some overrated people in history. The current U.S. President came to mind rather quickly.

But underrated? This isn’t a category to which is usually given much thought. I did Google it, and found some entries, but on my own, I’m having trouble thinking of anyone. Political figures are an easy target, and very subjective when it comes to opinions about them. Certain athletes might come to mind, maybe teachers we’ve had, or friends and family who don’t realize the difference they’ve made in others’ lives.

In general, and given the current political climate in which we find ourselves, I’m gonna go with teachers, community activists, medical researchers, meteorologists, scientists, and other previously critical personnel and programs whose jobs and functions have been axed by f#!*ing DOGE.

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