While he has touted his support of student loans and grants and his Americorps program, what seems more important is Clinton's avowed willingness to make education a centerpiece of America's long term economic growth. Investing in our future requires a national commitment to science, college education, as well as local education efforts and Head Start. Unlike his opponent, Clinton has voiced this commitment during the campaign, and he has staunchly supported it in his record. As a candidate, Clinton has demonstrated a distinct advantage over Bob Dole. Beyond his responsibilities as policy-maker and commander in chief, it is the president that represents the voice of this country in domestic and international affairs.
Presidential charisma can play a critical role in bolstering support and unifying a split America.
Dole's demonstrations of petty incivility and a lack of competence in the public arena represent serious deficiencies for him as a potential president. While we endorse Clinton for re-election, we are at the same time dismayed at the apparent ethical problems displayed by his administration. We feel that the president should accept responsibility for any impropriety and take strong steps to forestall ethical misconduct in the future. Full disclosure of campaign and White House documents related to the charges would help. Clinton should also promise not to pardon anyone convicted because of wrongdoing.