I thought the whole idea of a democracy is to carry out the will of the people through the politicians they vote into power. In that case, politicians following

I thought the whole idea of a democracy is to carry out the will of the people through the politicians they vote into power. In that case, politicians following polls is the most ideal way. It's not like the people a large number of politicians they can vote into specific offices; almost always it's a choice between a small number of politicians.