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Whoa, whoa, whoa. Let's back up and take a deep breath. Ok. These politicians get "elected" because they, quite simply, can buy their elections. When you can t

by younata 15y ago

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Let's back up and take a deep breath. Ok. These politicians get "elected" because they, quite simply, can buy their elections. When you can tell your constituents "look! I got you <latest bill of pork>! I'm doing good for you! Re-elect me!", they will re-elect you. The only thing we're guilty of is being incredibly short-sighted.

deepinit 15y ago
>"The only thing we're guilty of is being incredibly short-sighted." This has shorter name- Being an idiot, so he is exactly RIGHT. -> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiot_(Athenian_democracy) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiot_(Athenian_democracy) And speak rather for Yourself(or Your group, im not in).