It is true that the ambitions that undoubtedly stir such musings in the President are to be found in most any politician--or most any person, for that matter--who has ever hoped to be a great leader. But those with such lofty aspirations ought to be more careful. Naked ambition is an untamed horse. Train it well, and it will get you to your destination; give it free rein, however, and it will only get you into trouble.
Most importantly, though, if it gets you where you want to go, never tell anyone it was responsible for your success.
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John Paul Rollert '00-'01 is a social studies concentrator in Mather House. His column appears on alternate Wednesdays.