Real State of Our Union, Part 1
November 19th, 2008 at 04:01 (Philosophy, Politics)
I’ve begun writing a collection of my thoughts about the problems that we presently face in these United States. I have not edited, proofed, or censored these writings.
Allow me to start with Politics.
Politicians have too much power. This has led to several problems:
- Lobbyists and the corporations that back them have incentive to win the favor–and vote–of representatives and senators. In a climate where this sort of thing is possible, it leads to a competitive atmosphere where it becomes necessary to have lobbyists in Washington in order to remain on equal footing with other corporations.
- Career politicians and the power of pull. Rather that being merely equals amongst Americans, congressmen have power, money, prestige, and distinction. All that political positions should entail is taking care of the minutia of government that the vast majority of the populace lacks the time to attend.