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The discussion here seems to assume that insider trading is the only corrupting influence on politicians. But there are many other interests that heavily influ
by BurningFrog 11mo ago
The discussion here seems to assume that insider trading is the only corrupting influence on politicians.
But there are many other interests that heavily influence politicians.
For example, in many districts you can not get elected without the endorsement of certain unions.
- giancarlostoro 11mo ago> in many districts you can not get elected without the endorsement of certain unions. It bewilders me that people vote whatever a Union says.
- vkou 11mo agoAnd in many districts you can't get elected without the endorsement of your local megachurch, but given how rarely that is complained about, Americans have a unique hatred of worker unions getting involved in politics. (Businesses, billionaires, religious groups are perfectly fine.)