If only all ministers, officials, politicians, and regulators in the world were - and were required to be - like the current Minister of Transport of Canada, the world would be a much better place [RAWDUMP]

Was surprised to read a much-upvoted comment under an article on FT that:

Headed to Wikipedia and was stunned to read about his education/qualifications [permanent link] and his professional experience(s). Wow! Such an extremely qualified guy. Could anyone in Canada be more suited for this job? Probably not. Astronaut, engineer, military officer, Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Canadian Space Agency, and so many other things wrapped into one man. He can read and interpret complex technical data himself and make sound decisions.

If only the world's ministers, politicians, etc., were all required to be at least highly educated/qualified, this world would be a much better place.