Posted on Jun 26, 2016
Is either Trump or Hillary "qualified" to be president? The Constitution says yes, but what do you think a qualified president is?
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According to the U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section I,:
"No person except a natural born citizen, or a citizen of the United States, at the time of the adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the office of President; neither shall any person be eligible to that office who shall not have attained to the age of thirty-five years, and been fourteen years a resident within the United States."
Given this low bar to "qualify" someone as President, is this even something to argue? I would say they are both "qualified". However, what do you want to see in a president? Specifically, what would be the desired skills/experience you want to see in a President?
http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/26/politics/mitch-mcconnell-donald-trump-qualified/index.html
"No person except a natural born citizen, or a citizen of the United States, at the time of the adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the office of President; neither shall any person be eligible to that office who shall not have attained to the age of thirty-five years, and been fourteen years a resident within the United States."
Given this low bar to "qualify" someone as President, is this even something to argue? I would say they are both "qualified". However, what do you want to see in a president? Specifically, what would be the desired skills/experience you want to see in a President?
http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/26/politics/mitch-mcconnell-donald-trump-qualified/index.html
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I think the biggest qualification would be to put the U.S, first and the party last.
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SPC Darren Koele
It's a nice phrase used by many, but the problem is, even the very thought of "put the US first" is controversial on so many levels. Some would rather go with the "citizens of the world" angle. Others will argue over whose ideology puts the country first over party. The left thinks social programs, anti-discrimination laws, and other things that bring control and order to a society is putting the country first. The right believes a smaller government whose primary focus on national security and international matters, individual liberty, and charity puts the country first.
I'm not disagreeing with your statement, just pointing out it's too simple and too vague to throw out there to stand by itself. This is just my humble opinion of course.
I'm not disagreeing with your statement, just pointing out it's too simple and too vague to throw out there to stand by itself. This is just my humble opinion of course.
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Capt (Join to see)
SPC Darren Koele - You have a point. But, I believe we have a group who puts self and reelection above all else.
My party is 100% right yours is 100% wrong.
My party is 100% right yours is 100% wrong.
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SPC Darren Koele
Capt (Join to see) - Oh, I concur with that wholeheartedly. What is even more disturbing is how many of this group are on opposing sides of the aisle is little more than a game to them to simple stay in power. They oppose each other in public but behind the scenes, they are behind very shady deal and every "compromise", that goes on in Washington. It has little to do with what's right for the country and more to do with how do I profit and increase my power and influence with the public and my colleagues.
That is why I am so cynical of anyone in office and the more time they hold office, the less I trust them.
That is why I am so cynical of anyone in office and the more time they hold office, the less I trust them.
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That low bar and the voter seemed to be self correcting. Especially since term limits on the president. Pelosi's statement about not knowing until passed is always appropriate for presidents.
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My opinion is that we should have someone who will puts American Values first and we can build off that. If we don't have a good foundation we can never have a good house. We need to get OUR house in order first and foremost. Also someone who can't and won't be bought, not influenced by Industry.
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