Elected officials should not go to fund raisers once they are in office

Reasons to agree:

1. The issues that we face are complex enough that good smart men could spend all their time trying to solve our problems, and still not solve them. We have not hope of solving our problems if corrupt politicians spend all their time raising money so they can distort the truth in 30 second commercials.

The Pitfalls of Feel-Good Voting in Contemporary Politics

Supporting Evidence

Logical Arguments:

1. Long-term implications: Voting based solely on immediate emotional satisfaction can neglect long-term policy implications that affect daily life.
2. Substance over style: Voting should prioritize the candidate's policy positions and qualifications over charisma or image.

Supporting Evidence (Data, Studies):

1. Studies have shown that voters often prioritize short-term feelings over long-term policy outcomes. This includes the 'halo effect', where voters disproportionately favor charismatic candidates (Kinder, 1986).

Supporting Books:

1. "Democracy for Realists: Why Elections Do Not Produce Responsive Government" by Christopher Achen and Larry Bartels

Supporting Videos:

1. TED Talks like "The Irrationality of Politics" by Michael Huemer discuss the importance of rational decision-making in democracy.

Supporting Organizations and their Websites:

1. The Voter Participation Center

Supporting Podcasts:

1. "The Weeds" by Vox discusses in-depth policy issues that can influence voter decisions.

Unbiased Experts:

1. Political scientists such as Christopher Achen and Larry Bartels

Opposing Evidence

Logical Arguments:

1. Emotional intelligence: Voting based on empathy and human connection can lead to more compassionate policies.
2. Importance of motivation: Inspiring candidates can increase voter turnout and democratic participation.

Supporting Evidence (Data, Studies):

1. Research shows that charismatic leaders can motivate increased civic participation (Campbell et al., 1960).

Supporting Books:

1. "The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion" by Jonathan Haidt

Supporting Videos:

1. YouTube video "Why Do We Vote On Feelings?" by CGP Grey explores the importance of emotional appeal in elections.

Supporting Organizations and their Websites:

1. The Center for Emotional Intelligence

Supporting Podcasts:

1. "Hidden Brain" by NPR often discusses the emotional aspects of decision-making, including voting.

Unbiased Experts:

1. Psychologists like Jonathan Haidt

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