So You Want To Get Elected?

In the latest issue of Democratic Left (DSA newsletter), we socialists are told that "the media makes politics confusing on purpose, but really it's simple: through politics we can weigh in on how to manage our resources." Kind of like how Joe Manchin is "weighing in" on fossil fuels or AIPAC is "weighing in" on funding Israel's military. Simple. The DSA wants "more ordinary people like me or you to get involved in politics." This is what they taught us in "government" class in sixth grade, how the government is a marvelous and unique democracy "of ,by and for the people". Simple. "The world of politics" only "APPEARS daunting, confusing or downright ugly." But if you ask Bernie or AOC you will see it's actually cool. Sure, you'll have to join the Democratic Party in order to get funding, and sure, they have a few rules you'll want to follow. You may meet a lobbyist or two who will have some suggestions on how you should vote. And a few rich people will have some advice. In a democracy there is no taxation without representation and since capital pays a lot of taxes they get a lot of reps. Also, since there are lots and lots of stupid people, they deserve lots of representation as well. All those bigots and gun'loving patriots get to be represented. Welcome to simple politics. Vote for me. My Senator, John Tester, has figured out the best way to keep the job is to represent soldiers and veterans. Just stay vaguely neutral on everything else.