(1) Trending Presidential Archetypes – by David Marks

Nearly two hundred and fifty years ago, the United States was founded on the noble concept of rule by the people and for the people — rather than by an elite class of self-interested tyrants. Yet corporatism, cronyism, and cult of personality have come to dominate politics. The loss of idealism and altruism in leadership is painfully apparent.

The nature of the current presidential campaign confirms the degradation of democracy. Contenders for the highest office in the land are not exalted for their leadership qualities or ability to improve life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Electioneering is now officially an open mud-slinging contest. The leading major party candidates are promoted as having fewer detrimental and dangerous characteristics than their unworthy rivals — the lesser of two evils.

In this destructive climate, a voter’s ability to judge the qualities of an individual is reduced to considering their negative impact. It is challenging to evaluate the potential damage a candidate will inflict, should they be elected President. In support of a better understanding of negative attributes, they are delineated herein — describing the pernicious traits of a President;

Source: (1) Trending Presidential Archetypes – by David Marks

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