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In reply to the discussion: Arizona voters baffled by Kyrsten Sinema: 'she betrayed us' [View all]Septua
(2,255 posts)24. Don't forget the money...
US Senators and Representatives start out at $174,000 salary. And the ones with a "title" make even more. That puts them in the top 10% wage rank...which in itself, is significant motivation to run for elected office, seek re-election to stay in office and explains why they never consider term limits, put 'self over country' and become career politicians.
We end up with a bunch of faux elitists, who start thinking they're worth $175K a year, running the country, mostly concerned with the next election cycle.
And picture the MTG, Gaetz, Gomert, Jordan, McCarthy, McConnell, Nunes types looking for a job in the private sector. Who the hell would hire 'em, for any amount of salary?
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Arizona voters baffled by Kyrsten Sinema: 'she betrayed us' [View all]
Roisin Ni Fiachra
Nov 2021
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Sinema isn't up for re-election until 2024, but Dems should be searching for a replacement.
Lonestarblue
Nov 2021
#6
I'm only posting here because DUCK! And I love lil' bebe ducks. That is all. n/t
Decoy of Fenris
Nov 2021
#31
Remember Green Party candidate Jill Stein who had dinner with Putin? Just saying.
Joinfortmill
Nov 2021
#19