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The Problem of Democracy: The Presidents Adams Confront the Cult of Personality"Told with authority and style. . . Crisply summarizing the Adamses' legacy, the authors stress principle over partisanship." The Wall Street Journal How the father and son presidents foresaw the rise of the cult of personality and fought those who sought to abuse the weaknesses inherent in our democracy. Until now, no one has properly dissected the intertwined lives of the second and sixth (father and son) presidents. John and John Quincy Adams were
"Told with authority and style. . . Crisply summarizing the Adamses' legacy, the authors stress principle over partisanship."--The Wall Street Journal How the father and son presidents foresaw the rise of the cult of personality and fought those who sought to abuse the weaknesses inherent in our democracy. Until now, no one has properly dissected the intertwined lives of the second and sixth (father and son) presidents. John and John Quincy Adams were brilliant, prickly politicians and arguably the most independently minded among leaders of the founding generation. Distrustful of blind allegiance to a political party, they brought a healthy skepticism of a brand-new system of government to the country's first 50 years. They were unpopular for their fears of the potential for demagoguery lurking in democracy, and--in a twist that predicted the turn of twenty-first century politics--they warned against, but were unable to stop, the seductive appeal of political celebrities Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson. In a bold recasting of the Adamses' historical roles, The Problem of Democracy is a major critique of the ways in which their prophetic warnings have been systematically ignored over the centuries. It's also an intimate family drama that brings out the torment and personal hurt caused by the gritty conduct of early American politics. Burstein and Isenberg make sense of the presidents' somewhat iconoclastic, highly creative engagement with America's political and social realities. By taking the temperature of American democracy, from its heated origins through multiple upheavals, the authors reveal the dangers and weaknesses that have been present since the beginning. They provide a clear-eyed look at a decoy democracy that masks the reality of elite rule while remaining open, since the days of George Washington, to a very undemocratic result in the formation of a cult surrounding the person of an elected leader.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin Group
Published: 04/14/2020
ISBN: 9780525557524
Pages: 576
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.40w x 1.30d
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★★★★★ 5
It's ink and it works.
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It's ink and it works. My Epson printer is VERY finicky and only wants name-brand ink. This is it. A little pricey but they all are.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Well performing ink for my particular printer
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These inks work well, and are easy to install. They do not last long. They follow the current apparent marketing scheme of offering a a very good printer at a very favorable price, but charging relatively high prices for the ink. I understand that people need to make a profit somewhere.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Title: Solid, Reliable Ink – No Frills, No Surprises (4 ★)
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The Bottom Line
The Epson 822 DURABrite Ultra Ink Standard‑Capacity Black & Color Cartridge Combo Pack (T822120‑BCS) does exactly what it promises: it prints clean, sharp pages on the WorkForce Pro WF‑3820/3823/4820/4830/4833/4834 series with no hiccups. It isn’t a game‑changing breakthrough, but it’s dependable enough that you can toss it in your cart, try it out, and feel confident you won’t be left with a printer jam or faded text.
Why I Gave It Four Stars
Aspect Verdict Comments
Performance ★★★★★ Prints consistently on both black and color pages. Colors are vivid, blacks are deep, and there are no streaks or banding.
Compatibility ★★★★★ Works flawlessly with all the WorkForce Pro models listed on the box. No driver updates or firmware tricks needed.Value ★★★★☆ Standard‑capacity cartridges are a bit pricier than high‑yield options, but you get the expected page yields (≈ 2,000 B / 1,800 C / M / Y).
Packaging & Arrival ★★★★★ Packaged securely, the “OME” seal was intact, and the cartridges arrived ready to install.
Innovation ★★☆☆☆ Nothing revolutionary – just solid, reliable ink. If you’re looking for a “wow” factor, this isn’t it.
Return Policy ★★★★★ Amazon’s 30‑day liberal return policy makes the purchase low‑risk; you can always send it back if it doesn’t meet your expectations.
Overall, the combo earns a four‑star rating because it meets every functional requirement without any drama, but it also doesn’t exceed expectations enough to merit a perfect score.
What I Actually Did
Unboxed the combo and confirmed the “OME” seal was intact – a quick visual check that the cartridges weren’t tampered with.
Installed the black cartridge first, then the four color cartridges, following the printer’s on‑screen prompts.
Ran a printer self‑test and printed a few typical office documents (reports, spreadsheets, a color flyer).
Checked the print quality side‑by‑side with my old OEM cartridges. The results were virtually identical – no ghosting, no color shifts.
Pros
Plug‑and‑play: No quirks, no firmware hacks.
Consistent quality: Straight‑forward, vibrant colors and clean blacks.
Reliable supply: Works across the entire WorkForce Pro lineup mentioned.
Risk‑free purchase: Amazon’s 30‑day return window lets you test without commitment.
Cons
Standard capacity only: If you print heavily, the higher‑yield (XL) versions would be more economical.
No “wow” factor: It’s a solid, work‑horse cartridge, not a revolutionary ink formula.
Price: Slightly higher than some off‑brand alternatives, though you pay for brand reliability.
Who Should Consider This
Home‑office users who need dependable daily printing without fuss.
Small businesses that run a mix of black‑and‑white documents and occasional color marketing pieces.
Anyone who values a hassle‑free experience and appreciates a generous return policy as a safety net.
If you’re hunting for an ink set that will wow you with cutting‑edge technology, look elsewhere. If you just want a cartridge that does its job, lasts as expected, and won’t surprise you with printer errors, the Epson 822 DURABrite Ultra combo is a safe bet.
Bottom line: It’s a reliable, as‑described product that earns my respect, just not my awe. Four stars—good enough to recommend, but not enough to call it a breakthrough.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Very good product and thanks for quality service.
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Arrived on time, good product and quality service. Thanks, and will buy again in the future.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2026
★★★★★ 5
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Fast delivery. Easy to install.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2026