And with the advent of T.V., it has gotten to be much more of a popularity contest, based on looks and perceived conclusions, much of which have nothing at all to do with the case.
Still and all, from the time of Washington on down, Joe Shmoe never has a chance.
Well, what your saying is: Obama's got a good chance 'cause he's getting attention. And if this, and this alone, is what determines our leadership, may I make a prediction? We're screwed.
Have we, as Americans, enough 'rope' to hang the selection process that may be the source of our own doom?