Have you noticed how many of the Republican want-a-bes have the first vowel ‘I’?  That tells us that they all want to be part of our family and consider the United States as one large family.  They want to be seen as inclusive.  So, let us look at what the names tell us that the news media may not.  We will do this alphabetically considering the current candidates.  Then after all the names have been analyzed I will rank the top candidates based on the strength of their name.  We will take four names each week.

Gary Johnson, former Governor of New Mexico is not well known except for his consistent vetoing of almost a hundred legislature bills in each of his eight years as Governor.  He is known for routinely vetoing anything that would increase the size of government.  Johnson’s name states he wants fairness restored to the country, yet stumbles at times standing up for his own beliefs as he is more adept at standing up for others.   This can be an asset as he would easily stand up for the American citizen while not bothering to stand up in his own defense when unrighteously accused. His challenge is his struggle to make his voice heard above the clamor of others.  Johnson works hard for what he believes.  His name also indicates that he is learning how to be flexible and he would have a tendency to micromanage.  Does a president have time to do this or is it time we have a president who will do this?  Up to you to decide what is important.  Johnson’s challenge would be to live down the questions of his integrity, as his name says the ends justify the means.  Johnson is the true dark horse and could end up surprising us all.

Fred Karger, political consultant and gay rights activist is definitely a want-to-be president yet will never make it out of the gate per his name.  He won’t be able to accrue enough people to believe in him nor back him for him to be successful.  His name indicates that he is too far out of the box, whereas not enough people trust him to hold onto the American conservative stand.

Andy Martin is a businessman known mostly on the Internet for questioning Obama’s citizenship and stated religious affiliation.  His name tells us that he is a hard worker, dedicated to making this world a better place and is highly likeable. However, his last name, again what the people around him are asking or questioning is his ability to be fair and not allow his own prejudices cloud his judgment.  As much as the public likes Martin, they do not think he won’t revert to underhanded strategies to get what he wants.

Jimmy McMillan wants to challenge Obama, as this karate expert would love to fight the current policies.  His qualifications are as a Vietnam Veteran, yet he lacks political experience compared to others who are running.  His name says he only does what he likes to do and delegates the rest out.  Thus, if he is not interested in something, that item won’t get done.  He considers himself part of the solution and not the problem, yet is slow on the uptake.  An amicable personality will get you far, but the name is not strong enough to carry him all the way through the primaries.

Tom Miller is a flight attendant who has high aspirations. Per his name if he can’t be on top he doesn’t want to play. His first and last name conflict with each other which means there is too much inner turmoil to be able to stay calm in stressful personal situations. His last name indicates he takes too long to make a decision as he fears making a wrong decision. There is too much conflict in his name for the public to endorse him.

Ron Paul currently represents the state of Texas in the House of Representatives.  His name indicates that Paul is logical and has a fine memory for details. He does not forget a thing.  He is a natural nurturer wanting to take care of his fellow men.  He can juggle multiple commitments at the same time and is good at keeping his sense of humor when the going gets stressful.  Paul’s challenge in his name is that others want to take advantage of him and he constantly has to defend his position.