So it’s started…let the political games begin.

Just like Christmas decorations popping up just after Halloween, it seems now that it is never to early to start your campaign for president.

As of now, I think there are officially 237 people running for president. Ok, maybe that is an exageration, but by watching the news, you would think that the entire state of North Dakota had thrown it’s hat in the presidential race ring.

Then we have to deal with these “clever” news stations and their gimicky names for the voting process. My all time favorite…The Race For The White House.

I’ve got a better idea. Instead of voting, let’s create a reality show. Make it a cross between American Idol and Survivor. Put all the candidates on one island, and America votes (by phone, web, or text message) to remove one participant a week.

In the game, there could be no “mud slinging” in the political sense, only actual mud-slinging. Crazy contests, mixed with intelectual debates, the ultimate in “reality.”

Who wouldn’t love to See Barack Obama and John McCain in a pie eating contest. Or see Hillary Clinton and Al Gore team up in a three legged race. Not only would we find the most cunning, athletic, smart, and deceptive president, but we could also make a few bucks in the process.

Think of the sponsor dollars. I’d call it the Visa Check Card Race for the White House presented by Mountain Dew. We’d have corporate money to support our quest for world domination, and we’d have the largest voter turnout ever in an election, especially from the 18-34 crowd.

I think it could work, it would show incredible dedication, heart, stamina, and really give us a President who has proved him/herself in order to live in the White House.

Hold on, I need to send this proposal to FOX. Now I just need a host.