How to Choose A U.S. President

Politics are what they are. Politicians are who they are. Choosing a President is a process that could and should take a substantial amount of time because it is important to know what this person really stands for. There is a way to really know about a presidential candidate.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A Computer
• An Open Mind
• An Objective Mind

1. Put your partisanship aside for a moment. If you believe that every person in one political party believes exactly the same as others in their party, you are wrong. People are different. Sometimes republican politicians will side with the views of democrats and vice versa.

2. You must understand that the best presidential candidate is not necessarily the most religious candidate. Actually, men who are religious leaders and truly adheres to God's word, don't involve themselves in politics on an intimate level. Seek a candidate who can lead and has the charisma to engage and influence international leaders (i.e. Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan).

3. Gather all the information you can on the presidential candidates. The older the information, the more valuable it will be because it will tell you who that person really was prior to running for the oval office.

4. Seek a candidate who is actively involved with his counterparts on a continual basis. If a candidate is involved with his counterparts during times of "only when he has to", he will likely be the type of president who will not seek the best solution(s), but, will only seek "their" solution(s).

5. Understand that smart people continue to learn and grow. Don't be necessarily influenced by someone who makes a choice and then changes it. (i.e. If it's an issue about money and the person realizes it's from a bad source and changes his mind, that's okay. If a person says I'm against abortion and then says abortion is okay just to get more votes, this person probably cannot be trusted.)

6. Look at the candidates history prior to running for president versus what's on their website now. Determine if they are sincere or just trying to get your vote. If they are consistent they may be who they say they are now. If they are inconsistent, they may be just saying what they have to say to get your vote.

7. Look at their view points and objectives and weigh them against yours.
   Now, choose your next president.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember, politicians are who they are.
• Don't be influenced by a bunch of current ads on television. Do your research.

[econ476]

on 10/14/2008 Very good article!

[Thims]

on 9/28/2008 Very fair and balanced. Good advice!

[MIghtyDreamer]

on 9/16/2008 worth taking into consideration

[dceclint]

on 8/5/2008 Great article. I love your perspective.