Arguments are getting pretty weak!
I've noticed recently that when people think they are either losing the argument or just think they are, they fall back on "Well, I thought this was democracy!" Harumph! Or, "Well, they went through the back door and bribed their way along!" Harumph! Or, "Those politicians and bureaucrats just sold out!" Harumph! Or best, "I voted for that person to do one thing, and they didn't do it, they just sold out! Double harumph!
This is a note to all those democracy-loving open-minded individuals who fit the above categories: by definition a democracy is a form of governance under which a candidate may be elected by a plurality or majority in an attempt to do the bussiness of government. No individual voter nor vote creates a dictatorship so that one person can have their way, to the exclusion of the wants or needs of others. This is a democracy! You are not a dictator! And, neither you nor I will always get what you or I want!
As for bribes? That could get very expensive and increasingly subject to failure and exposure the higher up the chain you go! Although you may believe that evryone who disagrees with you has been bribed or bought off, it is highly unlikely! We live in a country where very courageous men and women step forward to serve their community, and with three decades of experiences with local governments in California, they tend to be amazingly honest and good hearted people, and I deeply honor and respect them for their efforts.
Now! This is your page. My hope is that it continues to encourage dialogue.
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