Why America should be celebrating entrepreneurs, not presidents.

The article discusses the ongoing debate about the recognition of America's greatest entrepreneurs compared to its presidents, highlighting a historical ranking of entrepreneurs conducted by consulting 50 business and economic historians. The rankings consistently place Henry Ford at the top, credited for revolutionizing manufacturing and making automobiles accessible to the public. The article also notes the predominance of white, Protestant, and male figures in the top rankings, while acknowledging the contributions of notable female and minority entrepreneurs like Oprah Winfrey and C.J. Walker. It suggests that the criteria for evaluating entrepreneurs differ significantly from those for presidents, emphasizing the lasting impact of their innovations rather than short-term wealth creation. The authors propose the establishment of an "Entrepreneurs Day" to honor those who have transformed American life. [Extracted from the article]