Presidential Candidates looking. . . competent?

I haven't heard too much about Ron Paul, save his record-setting fundraising on Guy Fawkes' Day, but he actually seems like a viable candidate.

Of course, he's not likely to be nominated, but the AP reports on his unconventional politics, showing that there's at least one person in the race who actually is trying to utilize the system for something other than perpetuating the way it already is.

In other words, Paul is actually trying to sell himself by — get this — promoting his own beliefs as opposed to trying to pander to everyone.

From the article: "Paul remains a very long shot for the nomination. But as the only Republican candidate backing a prompt troop withdrawal from Iraq - and an airing of possible impeachment charges against Vice President Dick Cheney - he appeals to a mix of liberals and conservatives who feel alienated and deeply distrustful of the government."

He really should run as an independent; I could see him going all Perot on us. They even kind of look alike.