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I have worked for Politicians and have been involved in a number of campaigns and have toyed with the idea of running on several occations. I actually turned down an opportunity with the Foriegn Service, to work for "the money in the private sector", and have always regretted the decision. Bill's got it right, it can be very expensive to run and onetime2 is on the money as well. The difficulties in running, are often so overwhelming that many who would excel in public life/service, do not ever become involved. However, in my state, we have a "Clean Election" law which helps candidates with funding. It is far from perfect, but it is a step in the right direction.
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