I know this idea scares a lot of Kossacks, since it would open the door for Arnold Scwarzenegger to run for POTUS. There are a lot of moderates on both sides of the political spectrum, as well as many independents, who support an Arnold candidacy. Now before you jump to conclusions, I am not advocating the Governator's run for POTUS. I'm thinking bigger than that. Amending the Constitution, so non-American's can run, would open it up for a more viable and qualified candidate. A man who has been waging peace, and bringing diverse populations togerther for more than 40 years. I am of course talking about non other than Captain Kirk, William Shatner!
That's right, William Shatner. Who else is more qualified to lead the free world in these perilous times? When you stack up his qualifications against Arnold's, it is barely a contest.
Education:
Arnold is a high school drop out, Shatner graduated Star Fleet Academy, with honors.
Respect and reputation:
Arnold is an undeniable worldwide superstar. However, he is barely a cult figure on Vulcan or Romulus, and is completely unknown on the Klingon homeworld. Shatner is held in high regard in all these places.
Law enforcement and terrorism:
Kindergarten Kop vs T.J. Hooker. No contest.
National defense:
While defeating Martians is an impressive feat for Arnold, they're wusses compared to Klingons and Romulans. Arnold served 1 year in the Austrian army. Shatner was a starship captain for over a decade, before becoming a Star Fleet admiral.
Diplomacy:
Arnold's international reputation would certainly carry a lot of weight with world leaders, but, what could he possibly offer Kim Jong Il or Ahmadinejad to give up their nuclear ambitions? A tour of Universal studios? A lifesize replica of the endo-skeleton from the Terminator? Stack that up against transporters, dilithium crystal technology, and cases of Sorian Ale.
It's pretty obvious who the more qualified candidate is. Now I know some of you will point to Arnold's experience as governor of California as giving him the edge. I will simply remind you of the last 2 presidents we had who previously ran for governor of California. If anything, that should disqualify him. In fact, I believe Shatner should be eligible to run for president of every country. He is the only man with the experience and gravitas to unite the world. So I urge you to support an amendment to the Constitution which will allow non-Americans to run for POTUS. Here's my slogan:
"Before it's too late, Shatner 2008"