"I admire President Bush. I think he is a good man and I have said so before. But as Bush leaves office he is looking more and more like a deer in headlights.

Plato makes it clear in the Statesman that there is no instruction manual for the great political leader. Such a book cannot be written.[i] The issues the president faces are dictated by an ever-changing world. A president, as statesman, must be able to adapt to these economic, social, and political contingencies.

A sound education, a clear and steady mind, real world experience, a moral compass, the ability to listen to and understand conflicting points of view, superior communication skills, common sense and courage are the tools a statesman needs. With the possible exception of education, none of these skills can be taught. They must be lived, learned, and earned."

American Thinker: George W. 'Deer in Headlights' Bush (http://www.americanthinker.com/2008/12/george_w_deer_in_headlights_bu.html)

Maybe he's just scanning rooms for incoming shoes!!! :dye:

A sound education, a clear and steady mind, real world experience, a moral compass, the ability to listen to and understand conflicting points of view, superior communication skills, common sense and courage are the tools a statesman needs. With the possible exception of education, none of these skills can be taught. They must be lived, learned, and earned.So, our incoming president has a good education, communication skills. 2 out of 8 ain't bad, I guess......

So, our incoming president has a good education, communication skills (when in front of a teleprompter). 2 out of 8 ain't bad, I guess......

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