7 Unhappy Truths About Politicians

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Townhall:

 

John Hawkins

7/6/12

 

Many political observers believe Americans are too cynical about politicians. Take it from someone who has been blogging for more than a decade and has met countless politicians and political aides: if anything, people aren't cynical enough.

 

1) The first priority of a politician is always getting re-elected:

 

2) Most politicians care far more about the opinions of interest groups than their constituents:

 

3) You shouldn't ever take a politician at his word:

 

4) Most members of Congress aren't particularly competent:

 

5) Members of Congress are out of touch:

 

6) Few of them will do anything to limit their own power: