He was picked because he's a strong leader and a fine man.
"I want them to see we have a strong leader!"
We also know that he is not a particularly strong leader.
Not often is there a leader strong enough to hold them back.
"Only a strong leader can save the situation in the country today."
What changed Clinton's mind about air power was the presence on the scene of two strong national leaders.
"We need a strong leader," they are heard saying more than once.
He was known as a strong leader at a time when his people needed him most.
I like what he is saying and expect him to be a strong leader.
What strong leader is going to want to share power?