The candidate was lacking in charisma. His success is largely due to his charisma.

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The problem, of course, is that Obama got those two terms because of his charisma. Andrew C. Mccarthy, National Review, "It’s a Straight Line from Biden to BLM," 5 Sep. 2020

Earle always had about him a tinge of gothic doom, the genteel courtliness and tragic charisma of the gentleman junkie. Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, "Just journalism," 30 Aug. 2020

Yet those who loved him were moved by his frankness, charisma, and tenacity—a steadfast determination to transmute suffering into beauty. Amanda Petrusich, The New Yorker, "The Tragic Charisma of Justin Townes Earle," 24 Aug. 2020

It’s not a choice between charisma and intelligence. al, "This election is different," 23 Aug. 2020

Returning defensive captain DeMarcus Lawrence touted Smith’s charisma and personality as a fit on a line in which Lawrence and Smith have complemented each other in camp, as each tries multiple positions and stances. Jori Epstein, USA TODAY, "‘Monster’ Aldon Smith earning rave reviews from Cowboys after nearly five-year suspension," 21 Aug. 2020

As an activist, Navalny gained traction, in part due to his personal charisma and pugnacious rhetoric. Adam Taylor, Washington Post, "Who is Alexei Navalny, the Kremlin critic in a coma after suspected poisoning?," 20 Aug. 2020

The former president, known for his charisma and soaring oratory, could help Biden electrify base voters--at the convention and on the campaign trail. Dallas News, "Barack Obama blasts Trump, vouches for Joe Biden in virtual DNC convention speech," 19 Aug. 2020

Your charisma has a way of melting seemingly insurmountable obstacles, leaving a clear path to happiness. Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, "Daily horoscope for August 16, 2020," 16 Aug. 2020

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