Europe's Politicians Don't Seem To Be Up To Snuff...

In general Europe's present politicians don't seem to be capable of measuring up to some of their more illustrious predecessors.

How does president Hollande fare compared to, say, the General de Gaulle? We choose the General because we now have tough times -- and when times are tough, the tough get going. But how tough is he?
Not very...

Ms Merkel from Germany and her "conservative" penny controlling policy and Thatcher German style presence.Compared to Adenauer, not very inspired, compared to Thatcher not very inspiring.

Mr Cameron? Nice chap. Compared to illustrious predecessors (and we do not mean president Bush's sidekick). Best not go there.

What about Greece's Mr Samaras. At best tepid. Exciting as dishwater, perhaps not quite as, but close.


Think: how well do these people fare in a negotiation with, say, the CEO of a major Bank?
Think: the experience and track record that led said CEO to the C E office...

Exponents of a political modus operandi that dates them back to the 19th century, negotiating with people well into the 21st century -- even if they're bankers, not the brightest of the bright. 

It's scary!