I don't like the way how politicians talk.

[ProudToBeLiberal]

When I look at old video footage of JFK, FDR, and Harry Truman, I can feel the passion in their voices vibrating through the whole crowd. I can feel the energy and I feel moved. Now when I listen to our politicians I don't feel the energy nor the passion. What do you guys think?

[GreenArrow]

1. it's television and mass media in general

everything is scripted.

[pretzel4gore]

2. elected reps are dogmeat if they're sincere...

the media terrorises anyone who truly cares about serving the people; they pander to the geebush types while tearing at clinton. the funny thing is, almost everywhere you go clinton bashing is still thought 'politically incorrect'
In the old days, the powerful pols knew how to kneecap journalists who were too mouthy....