Congressman Roger Williams' 70-Year Presidential Handshake Roll Call

A Unique Presidential Connection

• 🎯 Roger Williams, a North Texas congressman, holds the remarkable distinction of having personally shaken hands with every U.S. president for the last 70 years, from Truman to Trump.
• 📌 This extraordinary feat is explored in detail on a new episode of Yolitics, where Williams recounts each encounter.

Early Encounters and Memorable Moments

• 👶 Williams' presidential encounters began at age six when he met President Truman at a baseball game in Kansas City in 1955.
• 💔 One of his most unforgettable memories is meeting President John F. Kennedy in Fort Worth just two hours before the assassination.
• 🤝 He vividly recalls standing next to JFK and Mrs. Kennedy, describing the moment Mrs. Kennedy shook his hand and President Kennedy's warm interaction, including a comment about Williams being a "good-looking young man."

Presidential Handshakes and Reflections

• ❓ The episode delves into Williams' personal reflections on each president, including which had the firmest and softest handshakes.
• 💡 These encounters offer a unique perspective on American leadership over seven decades.
• 📺 The full episode is available for download on podcast platforms and can be watched on YouTube or the WFAA plus app.