112: Conflicts of Interest
Democracy and Power 112: Conflicts of Interest
The Democracy and Power series exposes the conflicts of interest inherent in democracy. The politician seeks a position of power, which requires the votes of his constituents. However to be a power elite, the politician must be a loyal member of a party. Often, the interest of the politician’s constituents and loyalty to the party are often in conflict.
Because most constituents are busy making a living, raising families and focused on immediate community concerns, loyalty to the party most often prevails.
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