Clearly, some politicians are corrupt, hell, some garbage men are corrupt, some priests are corrupt, some of every profession are corrupt. The reality is MOST politicians get involved because they want to make a difference in their communities. Most politicians operate on a local level and never get the big perks or "payoffs" and even politicians on a national level are not all out for their own self interests. It is true that running for office requires individuals to beg for money and yes that can put them in difficult moral situations. Unfortunately, some of them do succumb to this pressure and the allure of power. I have worked for/with several politicians and for the most part, they have been wonderful, dedicated, impressive people. SOME indeed are corrupt, but not most.
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Originally posted by bonbonbox
Start a, Politics is not a career, movement. Chaps my buns when I hear a sitting politician say that the new guy doesn't have any experience and therefore can't represent the people. 1 term, that's it. Serve your country then get on with your life. Cuts down immediately on the cash for votes crap. Won't eliminate corruption, but it's a step in the right direction.
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I used to really feel this way, but I have come to the decision that I don't want to legislate away any more of my rights. If I want my state representative to be my voice at the legislature, then I sould have the right to try to put that person in office. Don't limit my rights. If you don't like the candidate, vote them out. Don't shirk your responsibility to learn about candidates, determine who will represent you the best and then get out and vote. Term limits are not the answer.