Just a few notes for anyone who didn’t already know about modern US politicians. Every one of them, whether Republican or Democrat, will
- “Raise taxes.” Each may have really good reasons, but there will always be an increase in taxes.
- Misrepresent the public’s opinion in order to boost their own cause.
- Claim to have lowered taxes. This is directly related to #1 and #2.
- Increase the military budget.
- Increasingly reject “bipartisan efforts” and blame the other party for the breakdown in communication. This is closely tied to #2.
- Will use the rhetoric of helping future generations (if it is their cause) or harming future generations (if it is not their cause). Again, related to #2 and #5.
- Appeal to and abuse the identity of a minority group in order to appear better suited for the American public. Again, related to #2.
- Promise reform.
In short, every US politician will deceive, distort, misrepresent, and mislead the general public in order to gain a vote and/or money. Don’t be fooled: they’re not in a place of power to help the people directly unless it benefits their own agenda. Also, don’t be fooled that some other political party will be better if it had stronger support; it’d become just as “corrupt” as the others. The best government, when it comes to individual freedom, is no government whatsoever. However, even that has its own problems as it tends to turn into a dictatorship of those with the most strength. We are all (micro)fascists and desire control. The sad thing is when we believe we are justified in fulfilling that desire.
