Five years ago I traced the history of virtue through the civilizations of the world. My World History Blog can be found here. It inspired me to write this poem. Each of these leadership characteristics can be traced back through world history. Perhaps if our Chief of state emulated these values we would have better government.
Give me a president that does not grab the head lines.
Give me a president that makes unpopular, but prudent decisions.
Give me a president that does not have charisma, but is tolerant.
Give me a president that values vigilance over action.
Give me a president that desires discipline and delays gratification.
Give me a president that is ingenious
Give me a president that has faith when everyone else is afraid.
Give me a president that has the courage to sacrifice his party’s selfishness for the good of all.
Give me a president that values beauty and humor.
Give me a president that loves honor, and craves honesty.
Give me a president that speaks truth, but does not betray.
Give me a president that values duty over pleasure
Give me a president that plans out of sight with a multitude of counselors.
Give me a president that remains teachable and cooperative.
Give me a president who correctly balances liberty and equality to protect our freedom.
Give me a president who is fair, pious, and follows the rules.
Give me a president who love community and is practical
Give me a president who minds his countries business and does not poke his nose into others.
Give me a president who has a hand of steel in a velvet glove.
Give me a president who is fearless and witty
Give me a president who values freedom
Give me a president who is wise and decisive.
Give me a president who is not afraid to pray for help.
This is not our current president.
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