The purpose of politics varies greatly by the day, government has very little to do with it. Above all else, no matter what level, politics is a power play. In a politician’s world, most of us are collateral damage. Some of us are even less. Can we take back the power? Think about that the next time you vote.
People, generally, do what they have to do or what they think they have to do. Some people are able to do as they want, while others might be able to do as they please. There are a lot of people who aren’t doing what they are most capable of doing because they lack the confidence to do what they really should be doing. Too many people have to be told what to do and, even then, they still cannot do it. Some people are unwilling to do what is required or do what what is necessary What are you doing?