The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux)

[Alex]

Originally Posted by Strangler Lewis

Like, for instance, the Screen Actors' Guild.

He did have a slightly more substantial political office before running for president.

I don't think that extensive political office experience is vital but I think lacking it is a hurdle to be overcome, at least a small one. He's going to have to rely more on political machine makers, party officials, and career bureaucrats to get himself there. More so than someone who has been intricately involved in it for decades.