Your Road to the White House

Candidates Who Weren't Politicians Dwight D. Eisenhower is the only nonpolitician to win the presidency since1900. However, " lke" was a famous war hero. He commanded the Allied forces in Europe during World War Il. Voters knew he was a proven leader and wanted him to lead the United States! These nonpoliticians tried unsuccessfully to become president: Ross Perot, a Texas billionaire Ralph Nader, a consumer advocate Dr. Benjamin Spock, a famous children's doctor It isn't a requirement, but you'll most likely want to be a politician before you run for president. Voters tend to prefer presidential candidates who have proven their experience in government and with leading people.