How I Think We Should Choose a President
As you all know, this year's election is monumental. Why? Because there's a very large chance that a black man or a woman may become president, a first in American history.
And while this is a wonderful step foward for America, I have to wonder why it's taken us this long to get over our prejudices and see that the "right" kind of president may in fact be black or female. Someone's race or gender has nothing to do with how they could run a country. And that's why I believe we need a new system for the elections.
My proposal: We never see the candidate's faces or hear their voices. That's right - I want an election where all we know about the candidates is what they stand for and how they plan on leading our country. Because really, what else matters? We don't need to know what they look like! We don't need to know if they're a man or a woman! This way, citizens could choose who best fits the job as President, instead of choosing who just looks the part. I mean, George W. Bush looks like a president, and that obviously doesn't mean he can form sentences properly, let alone lead a nation.
It's a really different idea, I know. But a difference is what America needs right now.
By Poette
And while this is a wonderful step foward for America, I have to wonder why it's taken us this long to get over our prejudices and see that the "right" kind of president may in fact be black or female. Someone's race or gender has nothing to do with how they could run a country. And that's why I believe we need a new system for the elections.
My proposal: We never see the candidate's faces or hear their voices. That's right - I want an election where all we know about the candidates is what they stand for and how they plan on leading our country. Because really, what else matters? We don't need to know what they look like! We don't need to know if they're a man or a woman! This way, citizens could choose who best fits the job as President, instead of choosing who just looks the part. I mean, George W. Bush looks like a president, and that obviously doesn't mean he can form sentences properly, let alone lead a nation.
It's a really different idea, I know. But a difference is what America needs right now.
By Poette
thats an awesome idea you should be the president
dmdc22, July 28th, 2008 at 04:37:59pm
but the problem with that is that if they know that they're not going to be shown, and only judged on what they say and want for the country. That gives them a full mind to lie about everything they're saying, just so they can win. It's not a bad idea but it could also be a very bad thing for our country. We could vote a dictator president and we wouldn't know because he or she might be lying throughout the entire election. Usually when you can see the candidate's face, you can tell by their expression if they're telling the truth or not, or hear it in their voice.
Rage, March 17th, 2008 at 11:30:26pm
you've got a point there.
brompton cocktail., March 17th, 2008 at 12:25:44pm
you have a really good point there.it's a really great idea.
i wish it really was like that in real life.
freshavocado, March 16th, 2008 at 10:24:42pm
WOW, That's absolutely a great idea!!! You're right! We should only be focusing on what each candidates' views and ideas are for running America. We should not be focusing on their personal lives or what color their skin is or if their male or female. Great Idea Poette!!!!
No offense, it's easier said then done, sadly. It would take a lot of time and a lot of people who agree on the big level. But, we GSBians can certainly take what Poette said and use it for when we vote ourselves, or for when we debate next on the presidency.
Barney Stinson, March 16th, 2008 at 02:03:34pm
Ah, this is a good idea, but imagine if white supremacists discover they'd elected a black man (not that their views generally follow Obama's but yeah)? There'd be pandemonium.
Furthermore, persuasive speeches are sometimes part of what makes a good president, because they are able to persuade other people.
We should be able to know who we are voting for.
Miley Cyrus, March 16th, 2008 at 10:22:47am
This years election sucks. Period. The three remaining candidates blow. Big.
>.<
banquo, March 16th, 2008 at 01:06:22am
I see what you're getting at, and in theory, it seems like a really great idea. Sadly enough, I don't think it would be that easy. First off, seeing a leader talk to you as a nation can be inspiring. Believe it or not, that is almost hallf the reason people like someone as a preisdentional candiate. Its hard to explain, but anyways. Even if we never got to see the candiates faces or voices, some (retarded) people would hear the words they say and what they stand for and think "that sounds like a black guy" and ect. I already know some people who are like that, so don't try to tell me otherwise. You can only change the world so much at a time, and it sure as hell isn't easy.
Blarg!, March 15th, 2008 at 08:42:55pm