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[–] 4 points 4 months ago (2 children)

They do control who votes on our behalf though. Citizens vote through a proxy, not directly for any given candidate. And our representatives can technically vote however they want.

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  • [–] 4 points 4 months ago* (1 child)

    That's why people like Talarico and Platner matter. Platner just beat out Mills, the establishment pick for the seat. He shows that democracy works when people are engaged and organized.

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  • [–] 1 point 4 months ago*

    "Engaged and organized" comes after delivering a compelling vision. I've listened to Platner and he's a better communicator than any corporate dem because his message to the working class is practically gospel

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