Leslie Knope, Jean-Luc Picard and Kermit the Frog.
Optimus Prime—Transformers
optimus prime GIFGiphyThis comment was so passionate I had to keep the entire thing:
“He's the perfect balance of introspection, deliberation, decisive action, compassion, toughness, fighting spirit, humility, and inspires others to greatness not because of his ego, but because he sincerely wants the best for everyone. He's eloquent enough to work with intellectuals, strong enough to keep corruption out, hard working and honest enough to connect with and inspire the working classes, and an absolute paragon of ethics. When it comes down to it, he puts his own ass on the line without hesitation. I'd vote for Optimus Prime. I'd work on his campaign staff. I'd canvas for Optimus. I'd fight his fights. He's the heroic leader we need. I wish he were here.” – Cephelopodia
Jean-Luc Picard—Star Trek: The Next Generation
Well Done Reaction GIFGiphy“Make it so” is an awfully good campaign slogan.
“This character has informed so much of what I think of as the political ideal that's it's almost absurd.” – Tactius_AMPAragorn—The Lord of the Rings
the lord of the rings GIFGiphyThe King of Gondor rallied some intense loyalty and humorous political banter.
“He would have my allegiance until my sons, sons die.” – Radda210
“Well, he’s got eight years.” – AutismFractal
Captain Raymond Holt—Brooklyn 99
Season 8 Nbc GIF by Brooklyn Nine-NineGiphyThe stoic, pragmatic and serious-to-the-point-of-absurd police captain would bring a level of sophistication to the role. Plus he stands up for what he thinks is right.
The only drawback is we might have the more frivolous holidays cancelled. Like Christmas.
President Josiah Bartlet—The West Wing
The West Wing Lesson GIF by HBO MaxGiphy“During 2020 with all the presidential speeches that sounded non presidential, I kept thinking that we needed a couple of Josiah Barlet speeches during that time.” – southdakotagirl
Uncle Iroh—Avatar: The Last Airbender
Animated GIFGiphyFor those not familiar with "Avatar: The Last Airbender," Uncle Iroh was a fan favorite, arguably for being the show’s moral compass and source of wisdom. Which was pretty remarkable, considering he was technically on the “bad side.”
“Calm, wise, friendly and best of all he already got all that war crime stuff out of his system years ago. He’d be the best us President in history.” – Lord Noodles
“…Iroh is the benevolent father we need, with quiet dignity and terrifying power.” – spaceman_spyff
Kermit the Frog—The Muppets
Press Conference Kermit GIFGiphy“The lovers, the dreamers, and me would vote for him” – DrOddcat
Steve Rogers—Captain America
captain america GIFGiphyI mean, he does stand for America’s ideals like no other. He has integrity, courage, honesty and let’s not forget stamina. He can do this all day, after all.
Leslie Knope—Parks and Recreation
Season 1 Leslie GIF by Parks and RecreationGiphy“Leslie wouldn’t get sucked in to corruption. She would negotiate and compromise, as one should, but she wouldn’t “make deals” like most politicians. Above all else, she would always be honest!” – Happy_Camper45
“And she has binders of plans for everything” – Big_Economy_1729
(Sadly, there were very few female characters I saw on the thread. I’m hoping I just didn’t scroll far down enough.)
Last but not least … Captain Planet
Captain Planet Film GIFGiphyMaybe then we’d take climate change seriously.
Okay, look, maybe it’s impossible for a real-life person to 100% embody these heroic traits. But that’s the beauty of fiction: It reveals our ultimate potential (for both good and bad). It can’t always take into account all the complexities and inevitable drawbacks of the human condition. It can, however, inspire us to be better.
Maybe there is no President Picard or President Rogers out there, but seeing them portrayed in our stories is still important. Observing the virtues they represent (and let’s not forget that they are representations and symbols, rather than multidimensional human beings, after all) might help inspire the next generation of heroes, leaders and politicians. That’s what well-written characters do.
In the meantime, I’ll start working on my campaign for "Ted Lasso"’s Keeley Jones for President.
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