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> It's difficult to accept that they truly have the best interest of their constituents in mind. Then ... don't. If someone's actions contradict their words, d

• wmeredith 9y ago
  To expand on this a little bit, they have their own interests in mind. Which go getting re-elected > getting rich. They'll take the bribe money as long as they think they can get re-elected. Sometimes because they can't get re-elected without it. Call your reps and let them know how you feel. If they think they won't get re-elected all the bribe money in the world doesn't really matter.
  • jessaustin 9y ago
    You're right, but you're wrong. In the system you describe, "good" candidates who give a hoot about their constituents' wishes will always lose elections to other candidates who are happy to fund their campaigns with bribes. This system will not fix itself. The improvements we seek will not come from voting.