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In reply to the discussion: I am done giving money to the national Democratic Party. [View all]F4lconF16
(3,747 posts)Goes directly to local activists. I do not support the Democratic Party financially because about 50%+ of the time, they use it to screw me over. I prefer to support those that are making significant changes on a local level, and also to support my community.
I'm doing my best to change the system so that money isn't an issue anymore.
My problem is not your money. It's your need to show off to the people here just how much you have. Your flashing of your donations and contributions is obnoxious to those of us who don't have the money to shrug off 5-digit donations. To some of us, a $20 donation from those who don't have it to spare is far more impressive.
That's not the only problem I have with you, though. You constantly brag about your connections and influence with high level politicians. Those of us who don't have that money don't get that kind of access. Our concerns our not heard in the same way yours are, and that is a pity. You may think your connections are impressive, but they are downright insulting to many of us.
You are insulated, crass, and exemplify the problems of money in politics.
Edit to add one other thing: that you consider donating to politicians an "investment" is telling. You may not realize it, and I am sure you disagree, but your language says a lot about you. It's not good.