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[–] impairedimperator@lemmy.zip 7 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Nah, it'll be independently wealthy trust fund kids that don't need to rely on a paycheck to pay rent, but have a trust that is valued based on policy.

Politicians should be some of the highest paid people in the country. I wouldn't get out of bed for 70k today, that was my paycheck for my first professional job. Now perhaps you don't want me as a politician, but...