Mr. Ford

I recently read in the news that former President Gerald R. Ford was hospitalized last week for pneumonia. I have read President Ford's biography and find him to be an interesting man. His politics places him firmly in the center of the poltical spectrum. On some issues he would even be considered liberal. Yet his character, and core decency is what definds him to me. He is a smart gentle man who after the termoil of watergate did his best to heal the wounds of a bitter land.He brought to the White House those midwestern sensiblities.
Ideas like duty, honor, and a respect for country. He also brought something that his predecessor lacked and that is compassion. Compassion for his countrymen, compassion for his opponents and even compassion for his predecessor. It was this last act of compassion that may indeed have cost his the election.
While political I align myself with President Reagan, the respect and admiration I hold for this fellow Michigander who once held the highest office in the land is indeed as deep as the Great lakes. So to President Ford I wish you a quick and speedy recovery and many many more wonderful years.