What are the qualifications to be President in your mind?

[jamesvanderwulf]

She was smug and had no personality. Not relatable to people. But, I think more than anything it was her fainting/medical episode and the FBI thingy shortly before the election that took enough votes away that though she won popular vote she still lost the EC.

Your first two sentences are spot on. No one changed their vote on the FBI thingy IMO. She won the popular vote by 3M votes and won California by 4+M votes, so Trump won the popular vote in the other 49 states by 1M plus votes...

BTW I voted for Biden last time around and would have voted for him in '16. All I want is divided government so one party can't take control. Gridlock is my favorite word in politics...

 

[Finance85]

Understands the Constitution and shows a willingness to uphold it even if there are personal differences.
Understands basic economics and fiscal responsibility, and has demonstrated some expertise.
Has a track record of surrounding himself / herself with quality people, and the ability to manage them.
Is well educated on recent world history (20th and 21st centuries) and the motivational drivers of different regions of the world.
Has the ability to listen to different points of view, and act objectively rather than politically.
Demonstrates a leadership presence.

 

[Gimmered]

I've heard KH is the most unqualified person all the way to she is the most qualified from folks.

Bush was deemed qualified with his background in running businesses and Obama was unqualified because his main CV showed law degree and community organizer (with a short stint in the Senate) but it should be pretty clear who was the better President.

Constitutionally the only quals are - the President must be at least 35 years of age, be a natural born citizen, and must have lived in the United States for at least 14 years so from that perspective, all presidents are equally qualified but I think its clear those quals are a low barrier to entry.

How do you define who is minimally qualified for being POTUS?

Not a toddler would be a good start. And by toddler I mean by your actions. Your actions need to show you will serve all the people of our great country, not yourself.

 

[EasyHawk]

You are not a serious person.




You would rather vote in another feckless leader on the precipice of WW3 than a guy who you know is atleast serviceable with foreign policy because you pretend to give a shit about how a guy paid for a whore.


O we have entire cities being taken over by imported gangs...... well did you know this guy grabbed a pussy 30 years ago? On a chick that can't seem to tell how the even happened the same way twice.....



Blow me.

Problem is he is in now way serviceable nor sane. He needs to go away pronto. He should hold no office, but should be in a prison cell. You must support crime and criminals.

 

[Whiskeydeltadeltatango]

Problem is he is in now way serviceable nor sane. He needs to go away pronto. He should hold no office, but should be in a prison cell. You must support crime and criminals.

Outstanding response.

 

[EasyHawk]

Outstanding response.

Thank you for your support!

 

[hawkeyetraveler]

Understands the Constitution and shows a willingness to uphold it even if there are personal differences.
Understands basic economics and fiscal responsibility, and has demonstrated some expertise.
Has a track record of surrounding himself / herself with quality people, and the ability to manage them.
Is well educated on recent world history (20th and 21st centuries) and the motivational drivers of different regions of the world.
Has the ability to listen to different points of view, and act objectively rather than politically.
Demonstrates a leadership presence.

This is a great list.

 

[noStemsnoSTICKS]

This year the minimum standards bar has been lowered: Don't be a douche bag.

 

[thewop]

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What's the argument for Biden being better than Trump or Obama? Better human than Trump? I'd go for that. There isn't a metrics-based argument.

I can't objectively say Biden is better than either of them. Or are you arguing that Biden isn't qualified? Biden had the strongest "presidential resume" of any of them IMO.

 

[Whiskeydeltadeltatango]

This year the minimum standards bar has been lowered: Don't be a douche bag.

****ing homewreckers..... amirite?

 

[RollingBallofButcherKnives]

You are not a serious person.




You would rather vote in another feckless leader on the precipice of WW3 than a guy who you know is atleast serviceable with foreign policy because you pretend to give a shit about how a guy paid for a whore.


O we have entire cities being taken over by imported gangs...... well did you know this guy grabbed a pussy 30 years ago? On a chick that can't seem to tell how the even happened the same way twice.....



Blow me.

You mad?

 

[Dr. Spaceman]

You mad?

Nah, man. He's good on his side of the fence. He just really enjoys spending his entire day defending a rapist felon at all cost. His wife and daughter are super proud of him.

 

[RollingBallofButcherKnives]

Not even close to GHWB and you know it.
2. Ha
4. Ha, Ha
6. Ha,Ha
8. Ha, Ha, Ha
9. ? So?

 

[RollingBallofButcherKnives]

Nah, man. He's good on his side of the fence. He just really enjoys spending his entire day defending a rapist felon at all cost. His wife and daughter are super proud of him.

Wonder what he would do if the wife came home and said some rando in a store grabbed her pussy? Boys will be boys…..

 

[noStemsnoSTICKS]

****ing homewreckers..... amirite?

Yes. The 'grab em by the p ssy' types.

 

[jonesy5960]

You are not a serious person.




You would rather vote in another feckless leader on the precipice of WW3 than a guy who you know is atleast serviceable with foreign policy because you pretend to give a shit about how a guy paid for a whore.


O we have entire cities being taken over by imported gangs...... well did you know this guy grabbed a pussy 30 years ago? On a chick that can't seem to tell how the even happened the same way twice.....



Blow me.

And I'm sorry, but you are not a centrist in any way, shape or form.

 

[Dr. Spaceman]

Wonder what he would do if the wife came home and said some rando in a store grabbed her pussy? Boys will be boys…..

If the guy is a registered republican he would shake his hand and victim blame his wife. She was probably asking for it anyway.

 

[GOHOX69]

A pulse. Apparently.

 

[tumorboy]

Empathy
Intellectual Curiosity
Humility
Education
Life Experiences
Intelligence
Ability to change or adapt
Knowledge or comprehension of history .
Calm demeanor
Steady personality

 

[Titus Andronicus]

He/she should simply demonstrate that they know stuff about our history, our government, and Economics. They should also know where the threats are coming from.

He/she should:

-be able to name one of the founding fathers
-be able to name one of the figures of the Enlightenment
-know who John Maynard Keynes and Adam Smith were
-be able to name a person who participated in the Reformation.
-be able to name one of the architects of the Russian Revolution
-be able to point out Israel and Iran on the map.
-be able to identify Joseph Stalin from a picture
-be able to name the prophet who founded Islam
-be able to pick President Putin out of a lineup.

 

[funksouljon]

You are not a serious person.




You would rather vote in another feckless leader on the precipice of WW3 than a guy who you know is atleast serviceable with foreign policy because you pretend to give a shit about how a guy paid for a whore.


O we have entire cities being taken over by imported gangs...... well did you know this guy grabbed a pussy 30 years ago? On a chick that can't seem to tell how the even happened the same way twice.....



Blow me.

So you've shit all over the place, but you've not actually answered the question that I can tell.... Trying to NOT write this Trump or Kamala in mind, what do you think the qualifications are?

Pretty sure I've seen you parroting the "she is the least qualified person to run ever" line, but, by what definition? Per the constitution she checks every box. But, I do agree she doesn't meet all the "desired attributes" I have. And I stated that the day Biden withdrew.

 

[funksouljon]

Empathy
Intellectual Curiosity
Humility
Education
Life Experiences
Intelligence
Ability to change or adapt
Knowledge or comprehension of history .
Calm demeanor
Steady personality

Thats not a bad list. I would think so more specifics would be good, "running a staff of individuals" or "leading / managing a budget driven team". But some of the more squishy areas really seem more important now than ever (empathy, curiosity, adaptability) that I wouldn't have had on my list 10 years ago.

 

[Hawk_4shur]

The POTUS has too much power and SCOTUS just made it worse. Even so, the POTUS doesn't have the ability to simply fix things in 4 or 8 years.

The POTUS is measured by the things that happen while they are in office. The economy (including inflation) and immigration are two things that are driven by complex circumstances that don't change much because of one person sitting in the WH. Yet, they are also two huge measuring sticks for a POTUS.

The withdrawal from Afgan, for example. It was going to be fraught with problems. A logistical nightmare with any enemy that smelled blood. Does anyone really think it would have been much different under a another POTUS? Under Trump?

The President must be a leader - not a cult leader, but someone that has the respect of the many, many men and women that are responsible for actually doing things in our government. The House, Senate, Cabinet, WH staff, the Military, etc. and the thousands of people that support them. Having a couple of dozen people that worked for POTUS write books disparaging him/her is a pretty clear sign you don't have a leader in place.

We need a serious person that listens to others before making a decision. Not someone that just does everything from his/her gut.

I don't think I need to list all the reasons again - we all know them. Trump has disqualified himself as a candidate for POTUS.

So, we only have one to vote for. I hope she is up to the task.

 

[SolarHawk]

After Obama then Trump, the traditional picture of "qualified" is pretty well busted. Biden was the picture of traditional qualification and was probably the least successful in the role of any of those three.

Personally I'd love to see top business leaders in the role but most are smart enough to stay far away from it.

Ah yes, government should be run like a business! lol, your takes are the worst.

 

[SolarHawk]

I think one qualification should be to not be a convicted felon, but that’s just my opinion.

 

[franklinman]

I've heard KH is the most unqualified person all the way to she is the most qualified from folks.

Bush was deemed qualified with his background in running businesses and Obama was unqualified because his main CV showed law degree and community organizer (with a short stint in the Senate) but it should be pretty clear who was the better President.

Constitutionally the only quals are - the President must be at least 35 years of age, be a natural born citizen, and must have lived in the United States for at least 14 years so from that perspective, all presidents are equally qualified but I think its clear those quals are a low barrier to entry.

How do you define who is minimally qualified for being POTUS?

Being of sound mind, helps.

 

[KFsdisciple]

I've heard KH is the most unqualified person all the way to she is the most qualified from folks.

Bush was deemed qualified with his background in running businesses and Obama was unqualified because his main CV showed law degree and community organizer (with a short stint in the Senate) but it should be pretty clear who was the better President.

Constitutionally the only quals are - the President must be at least 35 years of age, be a natural born citizen, and must have lived in the United States for at least 14 years so from that perspective, all presidents are equally qualified but I think its clear those quals are a low barrier to entry.

How do you define who is minimally qualified for being POTUS?

The president should be between 35 and 60. They're old enough to be mature but young enough to be in full control of all their faculties.

Military experience is preferred.

Prior governorship or senate seat holder or vp or cabinet membership is a plus

 

[KFsdisciple]

I think one qualification should be to not be a convicted felon, but that’s just my opinion.

So if a college kid at 20 drank too much 35 years ago, got a felony DUI, they would be disqualified to be President?

 

[SA_Hawk]

Work in the private sector at least half your career. Preferably with IDGAF money to avoid being bought off.

 

[goldmom]

After Obama then Trump, the traditional picture of "qualified" is pretty well busted. Biden was the picture of traditional qualification and was probably the least successful in the role of any of those three.

Personally I'd love to see top business leaders in the role but most are smart enough to stay far away from it.

Good points.
I am interested in candidates who are mature. Healthy and experienced, like real time in Government service - either state or Federal. Able to compromise.
A balanced outlook and able to work with the other party. And blessed with a huge dose of common sense.

 

[tumorboy]

Thats not a bad list. I would think so more specifics would be good, "running a staff of individuals" or "leading / managing a budget driven team". But some of the more squishy areas really seem more important now than ever (empathy, curiosity, adaptability) that I wouldn't have had on my list 10 years ago.

If you look at the best Presidents in US History. Curiosity and the believe you never stop acquiring knowledge and experience is present.
Lincoln
Jefferson
TR
FDR
Ike
Were all prime examples of that personality trait.

 

[SolarHawk]

So if a college kid at 20 drank too much 35 years ago, got a felony DUI, they would be disqualified to be President?

What is a felony DUI? I’ll hang up and listen.

Edit: And your false equivalency to what Trump is a convicted felon of is laughable you fvcking clown.

 

[KFsdisciple]

What is a felony DUI? I’ll hang up and listen.

Edit: And your false equivalency to what Trump is a convicted felon of is laughable you fvcking clown.

I knew this was all about DJT because the other option sucks so bad, that's all you got.

I don't need to explain a felony DUI to you unless you're a moron. Are you a moron?

 

[SolarHawk]

I knew this was all about DJT because the other option sucks so bad, that's all you got

Answer the question you clown. What is a “felony DUI”

 

[KFsdisciple]

Answer the question you clown. What is a “felony DUI”

I don't need to explain a felony DUI to you unless you're a moron. Are you a moron?

 

[DFSNOLE]

Provide evidence



Joe biden says what?



Now youbare just making shir up little rocket man.


Yupp.



We could use a little more taking care of our own 4 walls.



Those people didn't come here because of Trump ya dunce.



This is an out and out lie. He started zero wars and had us leaving under a decent chance at not creating the next generation that hated us.

TrumpDefenseSyndrome

 

[SolarHawk]

I don't need to explain a felony DUI to you unless you're a moron. Are you a moron?

lol, you’re the moron. In Iowa, the only way a DUI is a felony is if it’s your 3rd offense. So please explain what a felony DUI is in the example you gave you dumb fvcking cvnt.

 

[KFsdisciple]

lol, you’re the moron. In Iowa, the only way a DUI is a felony is if it’s your 3rd offense. So please explain what a felony DUI is in the example you gave you dumb fvcking cvnt.

Excessive Blood Alcohol content: If the BAC of the driver is higher than specified amount (often twice the legal limit) most states consider the offense a felony. This is because this high level signifies an extreme level of intoxication and lack of safety.

What other stupid questions do you want answered?

 

[Firekirknow]

Real people do real shit and you don't ever have to worry about them being real. I called my best friend a cocksucker over a 5 foot putt last Friday and we both laughed, we actually have a real friendship.


I like traveler, I'll respect his wishes, but this world would go back to being a better place if some people got some thicker ****ing skin.

Did he end blowing you boy

 

[DFSNOLE]

Excessive Blood Alcohol content: If the BAC of the driver is higher than specified amount (often twice the legal limit) most states consider the offense a felony. This is because this high level signifies an extreme level of intoxication and lack of safety.

What other stupid questions do you want answered?

Here is what would get you a felony dui in Florida. And yes, it should be a disqualifier.

In Florida, a DUI can be classified as a felony in the following circumstances:

Fourth or subsequent DUI
Any fourth or subsequent DUI conviction is automatically classified as a third-degree felony.

Serious bodily injury
A DUI that results in serious bodily injury to another person is charged as a third-degree felony.

DUI manslaughter
A DUI that results in the death of another person is charged as a second-degree felony.

Property damage
A DUI that results in significant property damage can be elevated to a felony.