I suspect that Daniel Allott’s May 12th Washington Examiner piece “Ben Carson’s non-transferable skills” was written by someone who has spent little time getting to know the real Dr. Ben Carson. The attributes Mr. Allott suggests Carson lacks include: the ability to “read the political landscape, convey humility, build consensus, communicate a message and inspire voters.” To those who know Dr. Carson, his ability to do these very things are some of the main reasons his supporters love him and think he’d make a fine president.

Dr. Carson’s ability to see the big picture of what is happening in our country inspired him to write several books before ever thinking of the presidency. He consistently expresses humility for his successes, which is a credit to his mother’s strength of character, his faith and the opportunities his country has provided him.