A George Washington,  John Quincy Adams, Ulysses S. Grant or those of similar talent and ability are the exceptions. The vast majority of those elected to office simply never will rise to that level of competency as seen from a historical perspective.   This later group's salvation (and our protection) lies in the concept that we cherish the rule of law above the rule of individuals.  In the interim, before we might benefit from another great leader, be very wary of those untested or unproven in this field and of those offering mistaken schemes in this endeavor where experience is so dearly purchased.