I too like Hunt's proposal. But it's not going to happen. If either or both candidates get specific on their budget proposals, with the grave condition of our fiscal situation lots of people's oxen would be gored. Both candidates would lose all kinds of votes from the people with their own special interests and priorities. In a close election, neither candidate will take that risk.

Methinks we need either a king, a dictator, or a single term limit. Only one can happen, and that's only if the electorate refuses to vote for any incumbent. At least then we could begin with a clean slate.