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In reply to the discussion: A question that must be asked... and answered. [View all]A HERETIC I AM
(24,360 posts)As a trucker, I have to take a special test and pay an extra fee to haul hazardous materials, over and above the qualifications I already have (I had a HAZ-MAT endorsement for years, I just don't need it now and didn't want to pay for it) which allow me to haul doubles, triples and tankers.
There have actually been SWAT raids on Barbershops in this country to enforce licensing!
It was noted some time back that Trumpy could not pass the requisite mental stability tests that any officer manning/operating a missile silo is required to pass, yet he has the sole authority to launch those weapons.
We need to demand a minimum standard for education and fitness for office.
The idea that "Anyone can become President, even you!" is horseshit and needs to be done away with. Any and all presidential candidates should satisfy a verifiable, minimum educational standard and an experience level commensurate with the job.