We may have to accept there isn't a perfect solution, only compromises and the lesser of evils. The good news is that we can look at attempts to solve this problem and evaluate the results. If we evaluate representative government in terms of absolute human progress it is hard to argue there is a better system.
A small tweak in the US we could all get behind is term limits for congress.
A small tweak in the US we could all get behind is term limits for congress.