Reply #35: Why is it that maybe 5 people in Congress fight for the American people?

[LibDemAlways]

Because the average Congressman/woman or politician in general doesn't give a damn about the American people. Their main concern is raising campaign funds, so the focus is on those wealthy and well-connected enough to give, and who, of course, expect lots of favors in return.

A few years back my brother attended a campaign fund raising event for former CA gov Gray Davis at the home of a big contributor. He had helped the guy with an insurance claim (brother was a claims rep at the time) and the guy asked if he wanted to meet the candidate. Not having anything else to do that day, brother said ok. Davis came in with a big entourage and eventually spotted my brother. He walked up with a big smile and handshake and asked my brother who he was and how much he was giving. When my brother said he was merely a guest of the host Davis backed away and turned on his heels. Didn't even throw in a "nice to have met you."

Dennis K is one of the rare politicians with a conscience and a desire to actually serve. Most of them are worthless.