Zachary Taylor

Presently there are 5 Democrats, 17 Republicans and 1 Third Party Candidate running for President of the United States. Some candidates are getting much more press than others and you know why? — Because they shoot not only from the lips, but from the hips.

Candidates not only from this year, but from years past running for all spectrums of the political office have made controversial comments or statements that they truly believed in, but later apologized for them.

If you make a statement and believe in your heart that it’s true, stand up and own it. Take the slings and arrows coming your way, but at least you showed that you have a backbone. If you lose votes for standing up for what you believe in, then at least you are true to yourself. Why compromise your principles?

Looking at local politics, endorsements can be a hindrance or help no matter what office you are seeking.

It’s been said that a candidate running for office should have at least held a political office to “learn the ropes.”

To us, the most important quality when running for the highest office in the United States is to be a excellent judge of character. One must know the best qualified person to fill your Cabinet. You should be willing to work with all political parties. Your Cabinet should know who to hire, based on merit not political favors. Remember, every single position in the government, your alternate BOSS is your constituents (a.k.a. the taxpayers/citizens). There’s an old saying: “If Momma’s not happy – no one is happy!”

Some voters may already have made up their minds as to whom they are going to vote for, but the election is still a long way off. Some of these candidates may drop out before the primary comes to your state.

Although you may have your candidate picked out, it would be wise to do a little research on each one. You might be pleasantly surprised and it could be a game-changer. You should pick the issues that are most important to you. See if any candidate have addressed these issues in a manner that satisfies you.

The late Mayor of New York Ed Koch was leary of people that agreed 100% with his policies. (He hated “Yes People”) He rather people to be honest with him in their opinions other than to placate him. It’s going to be hard for any one candidate (or maybe not) that is going to make most decisions to your liking. The best you can do is to find a candidate that you’ll agree with to the issues most dear to you.

The following Presidents were not ELECTED to any prior political office: Herbert Hoover – had been Secretary of Commerce; he was active duty military until 5 months before the election; Ulysses S. Grant – he was military up until the election; Zachary Taylor – military; James Madison – was Secretary of State, not an elected position.

Is an elected political office a necessary item on your resume when seeking the office of President?

To wrap it up, we just want someone who is smart enough, strong enough and have the wise enough to be an effective leader. One who picks a  knowledgeable team behind him/her  and will not be afraid to speak the truth and lead the USA. Without that strong support team, who will protect our nation from those who wish do us harm? Who will help the United States economy to grow and unite us instead of divide us will get our vote.

We hope to hear back from you with your opinion.

C.M. & K.M.