First president I can recall as a youngster was John Kennedy, I've seen a lot come and go, local, state and national stage. The simple fact is 99% of all politicians kiss ass and do it pretty damn well. You probably have to go clear back to Harry Truman to find one who truly didn't and that's going waaaay back. Bottom line is that it's that time of year and the democrats and republicans are both getting their game faces on and tensions rise between the two as the conventions and elections draw nearer, just that time again. Kind of like when the Cubs are contending and its mid season, their fans all get hard on's and then end up in a cold shower, Ha! Just breaking balls cubs fans.
The Older the Bull the Stiffer the Horn!! Good luck from Missouri, the Show Me State!