oops posted this idea where it belongs in mythology. Its more of a political question so I reposted in the better spot. Thats another 5 points please answer.... pretty please
2007-07-14 01:53:22 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Yeah, that's a big one. Forst of all, many, many citizens can't run for the office because they were not born in the USA. There are other barriers as well involving age, property, etc.
But despite all that, its totally unrealistic to think that you can just run for President if you suddenly have great ideas to fix the country. If you are outside the existing political system and structure, then its virtually impossible. there is only one path to the White Houe and that's through the 2 party system.
Even billionaires and very brilliant people have not been able to get close to winning.
2007-07-14 02:01:41 · answer #1 · answered by Zezo Zeze Zadfrack 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
It’s not a myth. Bill Clinton came from rather humble beginnings and became president. Of course, it is a lot easier if you have the family connections that Bush had.
For people without connections, I think there is an opportunity for any individual who is bright enough, hard working, ambitious and willing to persist despite disappointments.
So far, it has been impossible for an African American or a woman but things are changing.
2007-07-14 02:03:23 · answer #2 · answered by quest for truth gal 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes they can, if they follow the correct career path.
Johnson came from a poor back ground.
Nixon, Ford, Reagan, Clinton all came from middle class backgrounds.
Carter came from an upper middle class back ground.
Now, if you mean can any adult be president, then the answer is no.
Your local butcher has no chance of being president at all.
But if he had followed a different career path, then yes he would have had a chance.
2007-07-14 02:11:13 · answer #3 · answered by jeeper_peeper321 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-09-29 23:36:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This latest herd of wannabes, from both sides of the aisle, wouldn't support this urban legend. The last guy who held top office, and was truly from humble means, was Harry Truman. Granted, not all of them had deep pockets, but their political skills were already in place.
Clinton was probably the trailer trash of presidential hopefuls, this may have been part of his appeal to the libs who thought a guy from humble means might make the difference. Boy, were they wrong !
2007-07-14 02:04:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Yes, I think that is very clear. When was the last time we had a President who came from an average background?
2007-07-14 02:01:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
It is a proven fact!!!! If Carter, Clinton, Ford can do it, you can too!!! USMC 60-68
2007-07-14 03:05:36 · answer #7 · answered by grizzlytrack 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah...right. Lol
2007-07-14 01:56:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I believe it is. It's relegated to a select few whom I believe are already 'pre-chosen'.
Check out Bilderberg sometime and realize that they do exist. :)
2007-07-14 01:57:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 4⤋
Just reword it - anyone can be president if they have unlimited money.
2007-07-14 02:02:03 · answer #10 · answered by ash 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋