Trump also has the edge on knowing how to run a business -- and big government is a big business. He made millions and created tons of jobs along the way. He makes tough decisions based on facts and not to be liked. Contrast that with his rivals -- of both parties -- who are puppets, indebted to big money donors.
But yes, Trump makes me cringe too. Hubris is generally not loved. He'd be a loose cannon -- entertaining for the late-night talk show hosts and the mainstream media...good for some local laughs. But in the international arena? Maybe not so much. For a breath of fresh air in the Oval Office, we need someone who has the same honesty perhaps, but a little more humbleness and some restraint. It's going to be an interesting election cycle.