So I get the supposed point of these social media posts by politicians. Schumer wants to apply public pressure onto other members of congress because he lacks the support for [thing] to do it without the public. (Of course he also does this when he doesn’t really want to do it, but that’s a separate point.)

But at some stage in the development of electoral politics and the news media, the involvement of the public in the political process is so extensive and detailed, what’s the point of having representatives at all? Just feels like a glaring contradiction at some point, where the spectacle of politics undermines its own foundation. The general public might as well have more direct involvement in legislation if they’re expected to micromanage each bill proposal that reaches the floor.

[–] InevitableSwing@hexbear.net 15 points 3 days ago

And don't forget polling and focus groups. The dems won't do shit before they look at that data. Then they'll ignore any demands for action and they'll only focus on a concept I detest - messaging.