Dr. Benjamin S. Carson has overcome countless challenges in his life. From his childhood days in the projects of Detroit, to the opposition he faced in his career, he has been forced to learn to deal with problems calmly and effectively. It is this quality and a multitude of others that make him an excellent candidate for President of the United States. Born on September 18, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Carson was raised by his single mother, who struggled to provide for her family. However, Sonya Carson was determined that Ben, as well as his brother Curtis would be successful, and believed that would happen through education. Dr. Carson attended Higgins Elementary, a school that was “predominantly White” (Carson 29). He was soon considered
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Carson has a strong character that has been forged through his experiences as a young man. One such character trait that has formed is a calm temper. Dr. Carson’s temper was changed through an encounter he had as a teenager. While listening to music, Dr. Carson’s friend changed the station sending Dr. Carson into “instant, blind anger-pathological anger” and he writes, “grabbing the camping knife…I snapped it open and lunged…” (Carson 56). Luckily, the blade struck a belt buckle and did not cause any harm. Dr. Carson fled home and begged God to “free me forever from this personality trait” (Carson 58). God answered his prayer and to this day Dr. Carson states “I have never had a problem with my temper” (Carson 59). The ability to control one’s temper is an important trait that the future president must have and Dr. Carson has achieved this from a young age. He would be able to deal with problems rationally, and would be able to keep a cool head at all times. America desperately needs someone like Dr. Carson who stays collected, even in the midst of conflict. Dr. Carson’s character also leads him to make well informed public policy decisions, some of which are discussed below. On the issue of the sanctity of life, Dr. Carson is staunchly pro-life. He states, “As a former pediatric neurosurgeon. I have dedicated my life to saving and improving the lives of children. I am committed to protecting innocent lives, especially when they are most vulnerable. The sanctity of life
Carson has a strong character that has been forged through his experiences as a young man. One such character trait that has formed is a calm temper. Dr. Carson’s temper was changed through an encounter he had as a teenager. While listening to music, Dr. Carson’s friend changed the station sending Dr. Carson into “instant, blind anger-pathological anger” and he writes, “grabbing the camping knife…I snapped it open and lunged…” (Carson 56). Luckily, the blade struck a belt buckle and did not cause any harm. Dr. Carson fled home and begged God to “free me forever from this personality trait” (Carson 58). God answered his prayer and to this day Dr. Carson states “I have never had a problem with my temper” (Carson 59). The ability to control one’s temper is an important trait that the future president must have and Dr. Carson has achieved this from a young age. He would be able to deal with problems rationally, and would be able to keep a cool head at all times. America desperately needs someone like Dr. Carson who stays collected, even in the midst of conflict. Dr. Carson’s character also leads him to make well informed public policy decisions, some of which are discussed below. On the issue of the sanctity of life, Dr. Carson is staunchly pro-life. He states, “As a former pediatric neurosurgeon. I have dedicated my life to saving and improving the lives of children. I am committed to protecting innocent lives, especially when they are most vulnerable. The sanctity of life