[Puppage]

but his looks are so against him

And, THAT'S the state of American politics today. It's nothing more than a popularity contest. Past achievements mean nothing.

This is not a slam on you, just my observation...FWIW.

[Jean2]

ITA with you! Unfortunately, it has been this way ever since JFK-Nixon in 1960.

[patriot08]

I know, guys. It’s a sad state of affairs; looks count in almost anything you do today- especially in a president.
It’s important he look all-American and presidential,
especially after that ugly foreign looking, America-hating Obama travesty.