Election Cycle In America

Introduction The time has come once again to choose the leader of the free world. Every four years the United States of America has the privilege of electing someone (only men so far) to become one of the most powerful people in the world. Electing the President of the United States (POTUS) has always been an important task. However, this election cycle feels differently. Perhaps it is because everyone on social media is talking about it. It could be America’s dissatisfaction with the political system. It could be the fact that the candidates themselves have a very high disapproval rating (Yourish). It may also be that a lot of issues hang in the balance, or because it is the first time a woman is nominated for POTUS by a major party. Whatever the reasons are, everyone seems keenly aware that this is an important election. …show more content…
The people will choose a direction for the country on many issues. Anywhere from the war on terror to climate change. The person leading the way will either be businessman Donald J. Trump or former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. There is a case to be made for and against both candidates, depending on what issues or qualifications are important to the voter. However, there are some things that a voter cannot overlook. America needs and deserves a president that cares and wants to help people. The second thing needed in the president of the United States is experience; the ability to run the most powerful country in the world. Goals are meaningless if one does not know how to achieve them. With Secretary Clinton, America will get a person with compassion and a leader with a plan. Clinton has a clear vision for preserving our environment and improving a very flawed tax system. Secretary Clinton may not be the person to lead the revolution many were hoping for, but she will be the person working tirelessly to make the lives of Americans