Question

what are some characteristics common to major party nominees

Answer 1

Today's candidates are usually physically attractive and hold the basic ideals of their party. They are handled by campaign people who tell them when and where to be and what to say. They travel constantly and really don't have much time to think or reflect during the campaign. They are human and make mistakes at times that are usually verbal gaffs. Candidates who win go from the exhausting campaign into a short period preparing to govern. It's no cake walk.