Jealous of the Teddy Bear, How President Taft Tried to Make Billy Possum Happen

The video explores the rivalry between William Howard Taft and Theodore Roosevelt, focusing on Taft's attempt to replace the popular teddy bear with Billy Possum. Despite efforts to market Billy Possum, it failed to capture the public's interest like the teddy bear did. The rivalry between Taft and Roosevelt extended beyond toys, reflecting deeper political tensions. Ultimately, the teddy bear's backstory and Roosevelt's legacy overshadowed Taft's efforts, leading to the failure of Billy Possum and impacting Taft's presidency.

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