09-15-2008, 02:28 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Classic Roadster 351W, T5, Red & White
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Applies to all four candidates: Obama, Biden, McCain Palin:
Parade Magazine, Sunday Sept 14th: The Secret's of America's Great Presidents
Source: Doris Kearns Goodwin, Author of " Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, Pulitzer Prize for her book Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt
" Focusing on the qualities that have made some of our leaders exceptional provides a better perspective on our current candidates than what's often reported-mistaken words, glib replies, fundraising capabilities and TV ads. "
Doris Kearns Goodwin has identified 10 attributes that distinguish truly great Presidents taking Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Roosevelt as guides. How would you rate each of the candidates with the following criteria.
The courage to stay strong
Self-confidence
An ability to learn from errors
Emotional Intelligence
Self-control
A popular-touch
A moral compass
A capacity to relax
A gift for inspiring others
http://www.parade.com/hot-topics/200...eat-presidents
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