# Author/Educator Sharon McMahon Discusses William Henry Harrison's Presidency [Extended Interview]

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Podcast: [The Takeout with Major Garrett](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-takeout-with-major-garrett-689827)
Published: 2026-04-16T04:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 775

## Resource

Major speaks with Sharon McMahon about her InPursuit essay detailing how the late president's short tenure impacted how candidates campaign through the years. McMahon, known as "America's Government Teacher," breaks down the significance of Harrison's enduring inauguration speech and how it ultimately led to his sudden death. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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