Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Will migraines become a real headache for Michele Bachmann?




A recent article in the conservative publication, "Daily Caller" stated that Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann suffers from migraine headaches that can incapacitate her for days at a time. If this is indeed true, one has to question from a medical standpoint, if Bachmann is fit to be President of the United States. The revelation that Representative Bachmann suffers from migraines could definitely be a game changer in the Republican primary campaign. Those who may have been inclined to support Bachmann, now might not do so. Throughout history, we have seen examples of presidential and vice-presidential candidates who have suffered from certain medical conditions. President Franklin D. Roosevelt suffered from polio, and was confined to a wheelchair most of the time. Despite his physical limitations, Roosevelt went on to become one of the greatest presidents in U.S. history. Dwight Eisenhower suffered a heart attack prior to his second term in office, but was still elected in 1956. Former Missouri Senator and Vice-Presidential candidate Thomas Eagleton was replaced on the Democratic ticket in 1972 when it was revealed that he suffered from depression and had undergone electro-shock therapy. It is my belief that voters are more willing to look beyond one's physical limitations rather than one's mental limitations. Physical limitations have very little impact on one's ability to make decisions for the country. If a presidential candidate suffers from an incapacitating condition, how can they govern effectively? Obviously, Mrs. Bachmann has every right to prove to the American people that her migraines will not inhibit her ability to lead, and she will no doubt attempt to do so on the campaign trail in the weeks and months ahead.

1 comment:

  1. I still don't think she's a very good candidate, at least not yet. If we're going to elect someone who bends more towards the philosophical realm and less towards the practical one then we should support Ron Paul. Most philosophical leaning candidates turn to practicality shortly after election anyway (for evidence, look at the way Republican candidates handle social spending and the way Democrats handle use of the military). I figure the crazier the candidate though, the more radical things would get before reality sets in.

    But then again, I'm focusing more on the entertainment value here.

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