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Many voters are disturbed that the Republican Party doesn't seem concerned that it doesn't yet have a candidate who is assured of defeating President Obama. I, personally, find it a great worry, and lament that I cannot accept the challenge. Unlike the many who lack the courage, I would, if younger and healthier, welcome the opportunity to serve.

To begin with, I can match the only two positive qualities the incumbent possesses -- I am also handsomer than Richard Nixon, and I am adept at public speaking, which I can do even without a teleprompter. I even know when to shut up, especially, as in the case of the death of Trayvon Martin about whom the President misspoke before he heard the facts.

I am not beholden to any political party, organized religion or questionable scientific theories, Right here in this section of the paper, I have offered bold solutions to most of the pressing social problems involving race, ethnicity and gender. I am not a financial expert, but I know the names of those who are, none of whom, by the way, presently work for the Obama administration. I would be an excellent candidate.

Confidence, passion and a sense of the dramatic could carry the day. I have those qualities, and if you do as well, I invite you to speak out and ask, "Where is our candidate?"