Reactions to politics

In reaction to the discussion about the W state of the union address, which by all my understanding, was basically foolish. Bush in effect, tried to legitimate his presidential legacy (in a positive way) - which I didn't think was possible, to put a spin on the last 8 years in a positive light. This totally ignores the fact, that he misused the STATE OF THE UNION address to forward his political standing. This is severe lack of ethics by itself.

But we are straying from the point. I am realizing early in my business career that there is a significant difference, and value, between strategic decision making and the communication of those decisions. I am realizing, that while a president is a lonely man/woman at the top of a great government, he constantly has advisors influence and manipulate his stance and actions, so in effect he/she does not necessarily create or effect change, but communicates change to the public, foreign and domestic alike. The president is the ultimate figurehead.

Thus, in my opinion valuable traits of a president are, that he be charismatic, able to articulate and formulate responses and adapt to unique situations (read intelligent) and above all a good public speaker. Said candidate must also surround him/herself (and want to) with more intelligent people, that assist in developing strategy and making decisions. It is too much, to ask someone to be all these things at once, and honestly, if we were to find that presidential candidate, we should quickly abolish term limits. As I clarify the role I want my president to play in the future of this country, I am inspired by the recent caucusing of Barak Obama. Granted, I have been in his court since the whisperings of him running in this race began in 04, he embodies all of the things I have just touched upon. Let him do his job, and let other people do theirs. I agree his platform matters, and I think it is strong. But I really cannot understand what confidence Hilary Clinton inspires in the voting public. Please regale me with your opinions to the contrary (+1 SAT words here). She is mechanical and comes across as cold hearted to combat the preconception that a woman in power will be too emotional.

In any event, this will be an interesting week, with my PATS playing for an undefeated season and the primary elections being all but finalized on Tuesday.