Americans Hate Politics But Love Their Communities

Radix News ^ | October 25, 2014 | Scott Rasmussen

[Abakumov]

To understand the lack of enthusiasm most Americans feel about the midterm elections, it’s important to recognize a vital distinction between government and community....

Despite all the promises made by politicians, few voters really expect a meaningful change in their own life based upon whether one politician beats another in a particular election. People are generally happier when their team wins and sadder when it loses, but most then go on with life as they did before the votes were counted. More than anything else, the lack of connection between election results and reality explains the low turnout in American elections.

The experience that most people have in the political arena stands in stark contrast to the experience they have in their community with family, friends and neighbors.

[Twotone]

I wish we could convince people that government is NOT suppose to have a major impact on our lives. We’re hiring managers to run the gov’t for us - to keep the streets paved, the criminals incarcerated & a few other items. When politicians are doing more than that they are a threat to our peace & prosperity!