Our Politicians
Our Politicians. Don’t let anyone try to convince you we have a democracy in this country. It’s run by something else. If you think politics is a noble business you misunderstand the underbelly of corruption. Those who reach for power aren’t truthful…
An episode of the Garner Isn't podcast, hosted by Ed Garner, titled "Our Politicians" was published on August 2, 2022 and runs 29 minutes.
August 2, 2022 ·29m · Garner Isn't
Summary
Our Politicians. Don’t let anyone try to convince you we have a democracy in this country. It’s run by something else. If you think politics is a noble business you misunderstand the underbelly of corruption. Those who reach for power aren’t truthful when they say they’re working for the people. To be re-elected for 30 0r 40 years you have to be part of machine politics. Also described as patronage. You make promises to get elected and that includes handing out government jobs for loyalty when you gain office. And that’s power.
Episode Description
Our Politicians. Don't let anyone try to convince you we have a democracy in this country. It's run by something else. If you think politics is a noble business you misunderstand the underbelly of corruption. Those who reach for power aren't truthful when they say they're working for the people. To be re-elected for 30 0r 40 years you have to be part of machine politics. Also described as patronage. You make promises to get elected and that includes handing out government jobs for loyalty when you gain office. And that's power.
MUSIC Wendy Carlos, Eliot Goldenthal, Dominic Harlan,