Electing a U.S. president

[realFedUp]

This is a point that shouldn't have to be written but this election season it seems unsaid. Electing a President isn't like calling or texting in a choice for American Idol or Dancing with the Stars. A candidate should have experience in political office, knows how American democracy works, the rules of diplomacy, world history and culture and have a respect for all Americans while working patiently with others for better lives for all.
This election season is looney because of Trump and the number of Republicans( and why are they all running?)
I think things will sort themselves out but shake my head at an electorate wanting the person who says the simple things; racist, divisive, anti-American etc.

[SheilaT]

1. It's not?

Pretend astonishment here.

Actually, I think you've made a very interesting point, and it may be that a lot of people, especially those who do call or text in to those two shows, don't really get it that electing a President is very different. I mean, both shows last for a season, with contestants being eliminated until one is left, the winner!

I seem to think there are other shows that work a lot that way.

[Lil Missy]

2. Being qualified for the job is only relevant to Demorcats. republicans, not so much.

Cases in point - how many wanted caribou Barbie (even though she was not the top of the ticket). And the Donald?

[LWolf]

3. I'm not really sure what point you are making. nt