For Better Or Worst

December 10, 2011
Ross Douthat
Professor vs. Professor
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The problem being discussed in this article by Douthat is the presentation of the ideal that the next president may not be suitable for the country and that he may not lead the country into the right direction. Douthat compared past elections to what could become of the 2012 election.  The next president shouldn't be based on the catchy phrases that they use.  They should be elected on solving problems that are present in our country.  The importance of electing the next president is the responsibility of the public and hopefully they will take this into consideration  if Gingrich becomes President Obama's opponent.  The public would be able to weigh the pros and cons of how each candidate will be able to handle the problems of the economy, job creation, taxes, foreign affairs, education, etc.  The author's position isn't positive or negative about Obama or Gingrich, but he is looking at the larger picture, if Gingrich could hold the seat of a leader that The United States is in need of.  This article could be portrayed as an "eye-opener"to some people.  Although Gingrich isn't said to be Obama's opponent, the democrats are prepping for him.