Appointing Presidents

Timor Leste, one of the newest and poorist countries in the world, has just appointed a new presidents. The Timorese people seem very excited. By all accounts, Jose Ramos-Horta is a good man, but I am not sure why the Timorese want a president. A president costs a lot money, but cannot create wealth of for ordinary people. I am not sure if Timor Leste can afford a President.

The French have elected a new president too. Most accounts are not sure whether he is a good man or not. He problably will not be able to change things, any more than the President of Timor Leste. But at least, the French can afford him.