The dynamics of political life has morphed significantly in the past few decades
In most cases to be elected you need big financial muscle behind you - especially in the USA -
and those that provide their financial support always have to get their pound of flesh for their generosity
Ergo - one is compromised the minute he/she wins an election.
The four "I" s - intelligence, initiative, individualism and independence are "verboten" in party political rooms
Tow the party line and talk the party talk is what is needed and sought from politicians these days in the corridors of power
