1. Leslie Carbone argues that “character counts” in political leadership. Do you agree or disagree? If you disagree, does that mean you believe that “character doesn’t count”? Does John B. Judis make this argument? Explain.
2. Leslie Carbone and Gary L. Bauer both have past and present affiliations with the Family Research Council, a group associated with the Christian right. Defenders of the religious right argue that they are defending traditional American values against attack, while critics have accused them of trying to impose their own views of morality on others. Is either position evident in Carbone and Bauer’s arguments on Bill Clinton and morality? Does it affect how you receive their arguments? Explain how.
3. Michael Walzer presents certain values he expects politicians to uphold. Is his list complete, in your opinion? What other attributes would you want to see...