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[–] 21 points 2 months ago

You're missing the point. Actors and musicians don't want to represent the public. But that's literally the only thing politicians are supposed to do. Their personal lives have a huge influence on society.

People who want to delve into the lives of celebrities are parasocial weirdos. People who delve into the lives of politicians are journalists.

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