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How about a quick Politics discussion?

Seems to me that government service in the U.S. has become more like a career rather than a temporary occupation. Do you guys think it has made the country more democratic or less democratic than it was?

Update:

Political office!

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  • 7 years ago
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    Less. It has created a permanent class of embedded parasites who see political self-preservation as their primary goal.

  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    Less and the reason we need 6 year term limits for all politicians, the people have proved they will vote for anyone who brings in the most federal money to their district and Pork is a leading factor in our debt crisis.

    Source(s): "NASSALANE"
  • 7 years ago

    Are you asking about being employed in the civil service or running for political office. There is a big difference.

  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    Are you serious? These people have a job exactly like you do. And when it comes time, they will save your butt!

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