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The president is the leader of the nation. The president brings people together, does the deals, does the trades, knocks the heads together. The president leads.

When you see how the President makes political or policy decisions, you see who he is. The essence of the Presidency is decision-making.

All the president is, is a glorified public relations man who spends his time flattering, kissing, and kicking people to get them to do what they are supposed to do anyway.

If America wants to retain its position as a global power, its president must listen to the people and show strong leadership at this turning point in human history.

The world needs a true leader, an Obama that promotes peace and understanding in the world.

You got to have people at the top who respond to and are selected by presidents.

President Reagan, expanding on President Lincoln's phrase, referred to America as 'the last, best hope of man on Earth.' But this last, best hope is beginning to fade.

The great power the president has is that he is the most prominent person in the biggest media event on the planet. He has the attention of the nation and the world. When he speaks, everybody listens.

Usually, those persons closest to the incoming President will be the main leaders of the Transition effort. They are most familiar with his policies and practices, and are able to interpret his wishes regarding the structure and staffing of the new Administration.

The President of the United States should strive to be always mindful of the fact that he serves his party best who serves his country best.