What If the 2016 Presidential Candidates Were Pro Wrestlers?

Ben Carson = The Ultimate Warrior

The Ultimate Warrior was one of the most iconic and unique figures in wrestling history, as he made his mark through his distinct mannerisms, face-paint and energy. He suddenly burst onto the scene, making his name seemingly overnight. Before anyone realized it, the Warrior had defeated Hulk Hogan at Wrestlemania VI to become the new WWE Champion. However, the Warrior’s fall occurred just as quickly as his rise, as he lost the title less than a year later and was soon gone from the WWE, never again reaching such heights.

Ben Carson also was an overnight sensation, as his speech at the 2013 National Prayer Breakfast instantly made him a political star and initiated speculation of a presidential run. Carson has capitalized on this exposure, as he has done fairly well in most polling. However, most are left to wonder how much longer Carson can sustain these successes, as his penchant for saying silly things and having a lack of knowledge on political issues is sure to come back to haunt him. While Carson may be a good man, his lack of experience likely dooms him to flame out just as abruptly as he emerged.