Rules For Politicians in Current Times

My wife always said I would be a good politician but when I looked at the current rules, I concluded I would not make the grade:

Symbolism always trumps substance.

If you give the appearance of success enough times it becomes the truth.

If you don’t respond to your opponent’s lack of civility you give the appearance of weakness.

Young voters eventually grow up and realize that politics does affect their lives.

Politicians are similar to entertainers; they are not always what they appear to be.

If you know how to yell, move your hands, and talk ex-temporaneously, you can be a good politician. You don’t have to be smart or know what you’re talking about, but it helps.

If you are a successful politician and do not leave office as a rich man, you are not very smart.

If you can socialize with someone who degrades you in public, you have the potential to be a good politician.

Being a hypocrite is essential to being a successful politician.

If you are successful, lead a good life, and play by the rules, don’t run for public office.

If you tell the truth and never pander to special interests, you will never get re-elected.


Now you know why you don’t find many quality people in this occupation?