Martin Van Buren is known as the short, funny Dutchman with the wild mutton chops and bald head. But did you know his nickname was ‘Old Kinderhook’ and that’s where the term ‘O.K.’ originated. In fact, the Season 8, 14th episode of Seinfeld was called ‘The Van Buren Boys‘ and the gang’s sign was the O.K. hand gesture.
In my latest YouTube video, I will take you on a journey through the life of Martin Van Buren – from his birth in Kinderhook, New York, through his Presidency, and back to his retirement and death at his home in Kinderhook. While some of my Presidential shows were considered pretty good, this one was simply O.K. – and that’s okay with me.
Please click on the link below, which will take you to my episode of Jefferson’s Salute to Martin Van Buren. And if you like that episode, please hit the like button and leave me a comment. And lastly, thank you for your continued support with this blog.
