Curtis Herbold: From Autistic to Athlete to Politics

Curtis Herbold attended the 2018 USA Games as an athlete. This marked the humble beginnings of what would become a much larger career in politics—one that even he didn’t realize he wanted to pursue until later.

He was an exceptionally skilled swimmer, but the 2018 Games ultimately ruined swimming for him.

Here is a quote from Curtis regarding whether he continued to swim competitively afterward:

"No, I have not swum competitively. In fact, since the 2018 Games, I haven’t set foot in a large body of water like a lake, river, or even a pool. I spent years swimming competitively with the city league—the Thayer Bobcats Swim Team—but after I quit that and joined Special Olympics, swimming just became a hobby for me.

It’s not that I hate the water now; it’s just that the competition at the 2018 Games felt far more intense than anything I had ever experienced in the city league, and it completely ruined swimming for me. It will be an experience I’ll never forget.

But who knows? If I ever find my better half and she loves to swim, maybe I’ll change that just to spend time with her. However, let’s be real—I’m the literal embodiment of ‘white and nerdy’ with a massive creative streak. I’m aware that people are intimidated by me and find me unapproachable. But the way I see it, if someone is too afraid to get past my outward appearance and talk to me, then maybe I don’t need them in my life.

I’d rather find a woman who aligns with my plans for ‘Hamster for President’ than settle for just anyone. After all, my vision for changing politics is something that no one in history has ever attempted—and I WILL stick to my plan no matter what others say. I’d rather be a single, ‘white and nerdy’ guy in office than be with the wrong woman who doesn’t align with my goals for the presidency."

A Bold and Unprecedented Vision

Curtis's goals for the presidency are both ambitious and groundbreaking. His plans for political reform are daring, rooted in biblical principles for those who believe in religion, and have the potential to change the world.

His goals are as follows:

• Breaking Barriers in Leadership: He wants a Black, half-Black, or Latina wife to make history by becoming the first interracial couple in the White House. His reason? To show America and the world what true unity and cooperation look like in leadership.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Administration: Curtis envisions the first-ever mixed-race panel of heads of state. He aims for an equal number of White and Black leaders, and if an odd number is needed, he would ensure that the extra position is filled by a Black leader. This, he believes, would promote real unity like never before.

• A Family-Run Presidency: If Curtis's future wife is Black or half-Black, he plans to establish the first-ever "family-run" presidency, integrating his family into his leadership in an unprecedented way.

Even though he never planned for a political career during his time as a competitive swimmer, Curtis has the courage to attempt something never before seen in political history. His goals may be bold and unconventional, but they are well-thought-out. If elected, I believe he would break down long-standing barriers and bring about real change.

I have known Curtis for many years. While he may be a bit unconventional, he has a strong emotional shield that prevents many people from getting close. However, underneath it all, he is one of the most creative, bold, daring, and caring people you will ever meet—a big old teddy bear at heart. It becomes very evident to those who get close to Curtis that he takes this quite literally—going above and beyond to prove that appearances and first impressions do not always reveal the truth in today’s world, no matter how much people believe they do.

Ever heard the old saying, “Never judge a book by its cover”? Well, Curtis embodies that philosophy. He is the perfect example of why you shouldn’t judge someone based solely on appearances or even actions.

If you don’t take the time to get to know Curtis personally and instead allow fear of his protective shell to keep you from talking to him, then you should ask yourself whether you’re truly giving him a fair chance to show you who he really is. His shield won’t come down for just anyone, and it certainly won’t lower for those who judge him based only on appearances or sujective opinions. That’s because he has made it his mission to prove that actions and appearances do not always speak louder than words. Every person is different, and their subjective opinions vary from one to another. I find that Curtis is always aware of this—an admirable quality for a president.

Curtis taught himself psychology, and he enjoys using his knowledge to maintain his protective shield—only lowering it for those who are unafraid to approach him and get to know the real Curtis, not just the persona he projects. To see Curtis Herbold's 2018 Special Olympics Games TV Interview, you can go "HERE"

Written by: Mark Chritian Edward Santos McGibooney

Published by: Curtis Herbold

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