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Originally Posted by FanIn80
I think he has some obvious weaknesses and he got taken to the cleaners over them. It's unfortunate, but all of his weaknesses are the very things that a leader needs to be strong in: speaking, clarity of thought, not easily baited, able to stand up for something without getting flustered... etc etc.
He does seem very intelligent, and I actually feel sorry for the guy. He's probably someone that would be very cool to talk to and learn from... but... When selecting a person to lead a country, it's probably best to avoid the people that cause you to feel sorry them.
In contrast, Harper may be a bit of an ass... but no one can argue his ability to lead.
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I can.
He is far from a natural public speaker, often looking wooden and seeming to smile only when he remembers that he should smile. He is overly controlling; enforcing his will by attempting to control or silence dissent. When angry he comes across as menacing.
He is smart enough to lead, but he does not have the charisma to inspire people to follow.
I don't know much about Ignatief. My initial impressions are that he is cut from the same cloth as Harper. And that may be a good thing, it means issues can be discussed on their substance as opposed to style.
But it sure would be nice to have a leader that Canada could rally behind.