Palin Presidency

Dear Victorious,

Do you think Sarah Palin would make a good president for the United States? Why or why not?

Mark H. - Tiffin, OH

Dear Mark,

To be honest, I haven't really thought that much about it. Perhaps the reason is I don't think she's serious about going after that job. Frankly she can probably do more in terms of amassing, wealth and influence if she just peddles books, goes on the speaking circuit and becomes a media figure. Consider characters like George Stephanopoulos who shift from politics to private sector and do quite well. Similarly, Sarah may find that the private sector will reward her much better and not be as demanding as public service.

But if she were to run, do I think she'd make a good president? I think she'd work with honesty and integrity. But I don't think she has the wisdom or life experience to deliver what is really needed. Quite honestly the challenges of leading our country are today greater than they have probably ever been. So it would seem to me that we need to find the wisest people who have the greatest critical thinking abilities and a laser-sharp focus on the most relevant issues. I find none of those attributes in Sarah Palin right now.