The Election is Just the Beginning

from Political Christian

What is politics? When someone runs for office, they tell us they want to work for the good of the people, help make a better life for their constituents, some even say they want to be a Christian influence in they community. Many sincerely believe this. But, what is really going on when someone is elected to office?

Political activity is actually about the use and control of government power – who is in charge and who does what to whom. With the growing destructive power of both the state and national governments, electing reliable people of good will is more important than ever. Just as important is maintaining on going contact with these people who are so quick with the gladhand during the campaign. These politicians may be done with the voters for the time being, at least until the next election, but the voters cannot afford to be done with the politicians.

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