MamaBearTeacher Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 I know we are not supposed to be no political, so do not include any politicians in your answer. you can include anyone else, your best friend, your boss, other famous people, even fictional characters. I am interested in which leadership qualities they possess rather than their political persuasion. Who do you wish was running and why? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My mother! She was a middle school teacher for 25 years, her students called her Sargeant Helen behind her back. I have never known her to tell a lie, and if she could manage middle schoolers, she could run the country. Congress would live in fear, and the Senate would run for their lives! Hi mom! 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Mrs. Mungo 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My department head from the hotel I worked at for 17 years. He was a master leader. But he isn't power hungry so he will never be president. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3 ladybugs Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Jimmy Stewart! Oh I suppose you want someone living! Mike Rowe! However Mike Rowe wouldn't take the job. He has said so. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChocolateReignRemix Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Jimmy Stewart! Oh I suppose you want someone living! Mike Rowe! However Mike Rowe wouldn't take the job. He has said so. I could get on board with a Jimmy Stewart presidency. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thessa516 Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Jimmy Stewart! Oh I suppose you want someone living! Mike Rowe! However Mike Rowe wouldn't take the job. He has said so. I was going to say Mike Rowe, as well. Hmmm, I think if SWB can handle us, she could probably handle the job! 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Condaleeza Rice 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Most people I can think of who are actually suitable for it are already in politics, because most people don't actually have the drive or skill in communication and persuasion to be truly good in such an office. Hate to say it, but people like my pastor or favorite teacher would be horrible politicians despite their integrity and skill in their leadership capacity, precisely because what makes an effective political leader is a very different set. It's not just ego or desire for power, but ability to fundraise, compromise strategically in some areas to hold the line in others (and knowing which ones your voters say they want versus actually need), and to be ruthless and aggressive enough to not roll over in the face of opposition (very difficult for kind, gentle, humble people to balance). I do find business leaders to be more effective in the capacity of government management than nonprofit organizers or career politicians but they usually lack the communication polish and sparkly talking points. I'd take the CEO of US Plastics any day over most politicians (Stanley Tam), but he couldn't get elected for the same reason Herman Cain couldn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Van Jones Michelle Obama My sister 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debinindy Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Jack Bauer 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Spongebob Squarepants. At least he is cheerful and kind. He follows the rules. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amsunshine Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Anderson Cooper. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Well, if we are coming up with better candidates than the two who are running: Condi Rice Michelle Obama Stephen King Mickey Mouse My 18-month-old 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Anderson Cooper. I can't believe his mother is Gloria Vanderbilt. I just learned that fairly recently. Don't know why that surprised me so much, but I just didn't know that! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 (edited) My husband. He is an excellent leader and problem solver with wide-ranging knowledge and experience. He understands the intricacies of business, science, technology, and history. He is articulate, humble, kind, and brilliant. He values all lives, regardless of race, nationality, ability, or age. He is the most genuinely righteous person I know. Alas, he has no interest in politics. :) Edited October 13, 2016 by MercyA 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Susan Wise Bauer for President! 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TranquilMind Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My husband as well. A peacemaker, and excellent judge (of everything) and a person of impeccable character and integrity. My mom, but she isn't here anymore. She's running some things in heaven. ;) Wayne Brady, because he is hilarious and would also sing a lot in various styles. I could get behind a Wayne Brady Presidency. Ross Perot. He's old now but he should have been President. He can be President now, as far as I am concerned. Betty White. Why not? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My uncle would do great. He is in politics, gets people elected, but is not elected himself. But he is too smart to run for anything. Unfortunately, elections are so cruel and candidates are treated so poorly that no decent person will run anymore. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Also, I liked Romney. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Jon Stewart 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Fred Rogers 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Can't think of anyone as good as the person who is going to win. Bill 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Anyone...dear God...anyone. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My uncle would do great. He is in politics, gets people elected, but is not elected himself. But he is too smart to run for anything. Unfortunately, elections are so cruel and candidates are treated so poorly that no decent person will run anymore. Or if the decent person runs they don't seek office beyond a state level. My MIL is fantastic and has done a brilliant job, but if she ever goes higher it won't be beyond governor and that's just fine. It's hard to watch her be attacked for doing the right thing. And yes, my husband would never run - he'd do a great job (better than his mom, I think) but he knows he would be more effective in the private sector and for half as much headache. So he would never try because he values his own sanity and happiness. He has his plate more than full just helping on campaigns and party stuff :lol: The best people would never run! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Mrs. Mungo With Tibbie as her VP. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TranquilMind Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 (edited) Can't think of anyone as good as the person who is going to win. Bill Double post. Edited October 13, 2016 by TranquilMind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TranquilMind Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Can't think of anyone as good as the person who is going to win. Bill I certainly hope so. I hope this ends up being true and magically someone else appears. But the question was who NOT running should be President. Now back to our imaginary dream candidates. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopskipjump Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 I'd vote for Brandon Somethingoranother. The guy who started Humans of New York. :patriot: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnE-girl Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My husband. He used to have political ambitions when he was a teenager. The reality of what political life would be has changed that. He has a great temperament for negotiating though. He's also a man of integrity and strong values. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Leslie Knope!!! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 (edited) Jean Luc Picard Or even Patrick Stewart Edited October 13, 2016 by Amy in NH 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeMum Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Martha Raddatz and Anderson Cooper 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kentuckymom Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 I would have jumped parties and voted for Kasich if he had gotten the Republican nomination, but, alas, he didn't really stand a chance. Probably because he actually seems to be a decent human being. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplejackmama Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My 4 year old. He's smart. Adorable. Funny. Charming. He has the whole family at his beckon call. He does have a FOMO (fear of missing out) issue so he has been known to wet his pants to avoid missing out on any fun, but even with that he's still a major step up from our current options. I mean I'm sure the White House has a washing machine. Maybe even a Speed Queen. ;) 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFaerie Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Andrew Shepard from The American President :D 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkmint Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 I stand by what I said in another post. Tibbie Dunbar for president. Tibbie 2020! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Jimmy Buffet? (I'm copying from someone who posted this somewhere else earlier today). 😄 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RioSamba Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Any combination of Tibbie, LucyStoner, and Farrar. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Our family was watching The Profit a few weeks ago and decided Marcus Lemonis would make a dandy president. Can you imagine him applying his People, Process, & Product philosophy to America? :lurk5: SWB, Catwoman, and Tibbie or any combination there of... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 My friend Amanda. She is adoptive mom, bio mom, and has foster many kids along g with getting her doctorate as an nurse practitioner. She would be great and might have the drive for it as well. Some of her quotes Include: I will NOT be emotionally manipulated. NO is not an answer.....how can we make this happen?.....she does things like gets a st cell transplant for her son to cure his Sickle cell when she was told it couldn't happen. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbridgeacademy Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 We've been vegging out in front of the TV all day watching the News. I think the only person I'd be willing to vote for who isn't an actual politician is Michelle Obama. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammi K Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Mike Rowe. Too bad he has no aspirations for political gain or public office. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennSnow Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 I think Condoleezza Rice would make an excellent Commander in Chief :) . 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonderchica Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Stewart/Colbert 2016! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Stewart/Colbert 2016! This. I give all the votes to this. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amsunshine Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) I can't believe his mother is Gloria Vanderbilt. I just learned that fairly recently. Don't know why that surprised me so much, but I just didn't know that! I know! I fell in love with him when he helped carry the Haitian boy to safety in 2010 during the lootings following the earthquake. I know he's taken and he can never be mine, but still, he's my hero. Edited October 14, 2016 by amsunshinetemp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeMum Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 I would have jumped parties and voted for Kasich if he had gotten the Republican nomination, but, alas, he didn't really stand a chance. Probably because he actually seems to be a decent human being. Unfortunately everyone thought he was 'too boring.' :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Peter Pevensie (grown up and American-born, so doubly fictitious) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) Nobody has said Atticus Finch? :D Edited October 14, 2016 by Forget-me-not 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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