Making claims about who will or will not run for president has become a popular pastime in recent days…
Who will run, and who won’t?
If we’re to believe the media, this is our biggest concern!
Anyway, since that’s the case, as a responsible columnist, I don’t want you, my dear readers, to lose touch with this popular talking point, whether it was created or “made to be created.” So, to help you keep up with this popular talking point when you’re among friends and acquaintances, I’ll give you the formulas below. Following these formulas and the corresponding sentence patterns will be enough to keep you up to date. However, I especially recommend that you read the “Caution” sections, which I’ve written to draw your attention to the impression you might create by using these formulas.
Formula 1
You should start by saying “In my opinion” and then give the name of the person you think will run, followed by your reasons. For example: “In my opinion, … should run! Because only they can resolve the Cyprus issue in a way that serves our interests.”
Caution! This comment could make you look like a supporter of that person, and might even give the impression that the person who will run put you up to saying it.
Formula 2
Start your opening sentence with “As far as I’m concerned,” then complete it by naming the person you want to run. In the body of your comment, examine the shortcomings of the other people who might run. In your conclusion, list the support your candidate has received. For example: “As far as I’m concerned, … should run! Because … doesn’t know much about the Cyprus issue. Also, … is supported by the … and … parties/organizations. So, if they enter the election, they’re sure to win.”
Caution! People may think you’re making this comment at the candidate’s request in order to shape public opinion.
Formula 3
With this formula, your opening sentence should end with “will run.” You should begin with “… will run.” Then go on to explain how you know about the matter. (I should point out that this formula is more impressive than the others listed above. That’s because the way the sentence is structured makes you seem very close to the candidate.) For example: “Brother, I know … will run. I was with them the other day. They told me why they’re running. I think they have very good reasons, and they’re the best person for the job. I also spoke to friends from the … parties, and apparently they’ll get their support.”
Caution! This comment directly suggests that you support that candidate and that the candidate has started campaigning alongside you.
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It’s up to you which formula you use to keep up with the media.
But the real question is: Is who will run really our main concern?
Don’t pay attention to the speculation these days about opinion polls.
Our real concern is making ends meet, and what the government that came to power promising to raise the public’s standard of living has and hasn’t done.
That’s the subject of another article.
Hello again, after a long break…