A presidential debate is a job interview. And voters look for certain traits in people applying to be president. Ron Fournier applydebateinterview Change image and share on social
The fact that Obama is getting criticism from the left and the right might reflect his understanding of the underlying political dynamics. Ron Fournier criticismdynamicfact Change image and share on social
Every now and then, a presidential candidate surprises us with a truly human and honest moment. Ron Fournier candidatehonesthuman Change image and share on social
Shock, confusion, fear, anger, grief, and defiance. On Sept. 11, 2001, and for the three days following the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil, President George W. Bush led with raw emotion that reflected the public's whipsawing stages of acceptance. Ron Fournier acceptanceangerattack share on social
A dose of humility goes a long way in life and in politics. Ron Fournier dosehumilitylife Change image and share on social
Climate change was a point of division between Obama and Republican rival Mitt Romney. The president declared climate change a global threat, acknowledged that the actions of humanity were deepening the crisis, and pledged to do something about it if elected. Ron Fournier acknowledgeactionchange share on social
If history is a guide, a victory for Obama means he faces the prospect of a second term dogged by scandal or inertia. Ron Fournier dogfaceguide Change image and share on social
Obama won the presidency on the strength of his message and the skills of the messenger. Now the talk of hope and change feels out of tune when so many Americans are out of work, over-mortgaged, and worried that life will be even tougher for their children. Ron Fournier americanchangechild share on social
Obama might do well to remember that his fast rise from the Illinois state Senate was due in large part to an uncanny ability to make friends and find mentors. Ron Fournier abilityduefast Change image and share on social
President George W. Bush won reelection in 2004 largely because he was seen as comfortable in his own skin, while rival John Kerry was viewed as a flip-flopping opportunist. Ron Fournier bushcomfortableflip Change image and share on social