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And, to be fair to both sides, politicians who have received money from taxpayers should not be allowed to speak.



Both sides? There should be just one side; the citizens they are supposed to be representing. This comment kind of sums up how far gone we are in America.


Isn't that all politicians? Or is their paycheck not counted?


Surely the system will be better if we make it so only the wealthy have roles in government.


No. Congress represents the American people, not corporations. There is no “both sides” between people and corporations any more than there is a both sides between Americans and Canadians when discussing a trade bill.


You're mistaking corporations for people.


You forgot the /s




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