1. For me, the one critical issue is global warming. If we don't fix that, nothing else will matter. And next to that is nuclear proliferation, quiet now, but still a reality.
2. Franklin Roosevelt--he took us the way we need to go. A man of great courage.
3. George W. Bush. A fool.
4. His Holiness the Dalai Lama
5. Hmmm. The countries where I'd feel safe aren't necessarily the ones where I want to live. I'm sure Switzerland is secure, but India and Mexico call me.
6. Different criteria at different times. I always want someone progressive, and right now lean towards the charismatic.
7. Personal life--not important. I think you can be a good leader and an unpleasant person. But do value honesty.
8. Combination.
9. No. No.
10. Not a lot, but would love to see someone from a previously excluded group get in--both women and blacks in this category.
11. Doubt anything really prepares a person for that job, but maybe background as a governor (but not of Texas!)