The problem is that fund raising has taken over so much because getting re-elected has become such a commodity to leaders. I don't worry so much the democratic angle is flawed, it is the watering down and ruining of the procedure by laws not being followed, and certain violators being excused. Great post @dana-edwards, found the post on steemfollower. I like to return the favor when others vote my posts, which are very much related to this one, as well as many others. Thanks for the post, provocative thoughts. UPVOTE