02488cam a22003613u 4500 32719 UtSlPG 20260610133739.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Arr, Stephen, 1921-2012 Mr. President Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction November 1953. Release date is 2010-06-06 Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Greg Weeks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Mr. President" by Stephen Arr is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 1950s. The story revolves around George Wong, who has just been elected as the President of the Solar Union, a futuristic government that encompasses various planets in the solar system. The narrative explores themes of political responsibility and the weight of leadership in a complex interstellar environment, addressing the challenges Wong faces as he grapples with critical decisions affecting the lives of billions. In "Mr. President," George Wong's election is met with a mix of triumph and dread, as he quickly realizes the immense burdens that come with his new position. As he takes office, he is immediately confronted with pressing issues, including an ultimatum from an alien race called the Gnii, as well as ongoing military operations that require his attention. The novel delves into Wong's internal conflict as he navigates a series of complex political dilemmas, reflecting on the moral implications of sending troops into potentially deadly situations while also dealing with the demands of his advisors. The story highlights Wong's struggle to balance his ideals with the harsh realities of governance, showcasing how the decisions of a leader can have far-reaching consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Short stories Political fiction Francis, Dick Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction November 1953. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32719 73565 73565