What literary character would you want as president?

[jobycom]

I got two: Jean ValJean and Atticus Finch. Both are patient, wise, soul-searching, and peace loving, tolerant of their enemies while understanding when to make a stand against them.

Bonus points if you can name a politician--past our present--who comes close to your pick. For mine, Jimmy Carter.

Go.

[Rambis]

1. Ignatius Reilly

wait never mind:)

[masshole]

5. Funiest book ever written, bar none

[nickgutierrez]

2. Kilgore Trout

The later Kilgore Trout - the one that suddenly turned into a genius.

[YankeyMCC]

3. Samwise Gamgee

Or Tom Joad or Jim Casey

I'm going to have to pass on the bonus points, can't think of anyone who comes close.

[Blue-Jay]

4. Ender Wiggin or his sister Valentine.

edit: Maybe Jack Random.

[skygazer]

6. Hazel from Watership Down

Resourceful, courageous, willing to lead by example. Honest, respected and fair. What's not to like?

And no, I can't think of a politician who comes close.

[meegbear]

7. Nosferatu for Reagan