Presidential contenders must prove their worth

I COULDN’T agree more with Anthony Woods when he said that “we can’t afford pomp and grandeur of Presidency” (Letters, June 21).

Neither can we afford the €325,000 that he/she will receive which amounts to €6,250 per week.

Would it not be a good idea to bring all these candidates together and find out how many of them would be willing to do this job for the honour and glory that goes with it?