I usually agree with John and I enjoy the US comedic approach to "The Donald". I do question how this can and has led to the lack of respect for any Public Office position now. We now have politicians who are elected to manage the press and its cousin TV comedy and not the business of governing. Under your advice we are only going to see more Donalds than Obamas. Running a government and its ever more pressing issues such as Climate control, Terrorism, Natural disasters and Rogue states needs serious competent people than can manage these complex issues not just people who play to the camera. I like comedy like the next person but when it gets too personal its only going to go one way. Attack the issue and the party as well, not just the individual. Rick Mercer is best in class at this and he will be missed.