The Presidents Day holiday puts us in mind of those great leaders who governed us throughout our country’s tumultuous history: The American Revolution, the Civil War, two world wars, the Great Depression, the Civil Rights movement, and so on.

Greatness was thrust upon certain holders of that office by events that shaped their legacies, while others are relegated to general obscurity due to a lack of conflict and controversy during their times in office. Each one’s tenure in office should be regarded as equally important, seeing that great events could have elevated their place in history at the drop of a hatpin.

The man or woman who assumes the role of Commander-in-Chief of our nation must be ready, willing, and able to rise to the occasion when called upon to do so. Each one of us, whoever we may be supporting in the next presidential election, should search our hearts to determine who we feel will best fill those shoes.

Most of us seem to be very confident that our favored candidate is up to the task in any given presidential election. Others bemoan a lack of integrity or skills required to do the job well among those who are running.

However it turns out next time around, let us hope that the next president will rise to the occasion and realize the potential they may have to become as great as others who have gone before them.

We are facing trying times in many ways, and the right choice will be more important than ever.

Let’s all search our hearts and minds and make sure we choose the best of the best.