We don’t and never did need full time councilmen, congressmen etc.
They have nothing to do 24/7 except spend our money and make stupid and dangerous laws.
Exactly! That's why I'm in favor of:
1. All Congressmen must work from their districts.
2. Congress shall meet for two months a year only.
Our Congresscritters will then have lots of time to do what we elected them to do: Represent us.