The American political landscape has become a circus of chaos and confusion, with founding fathers like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson surely rolling in their graves at the spectacle. In a recent column, Claudia Myers delves into the absurdity of modern-day politics, where partisan bickering and misinformation run rampant.
Myers reflects on the impossibility of having a civil discussion about politics, as each side is determined to convince the other of their own beliefs. With news programs now more focused on entertainment and catering to specific audiences, the truth has become a casualty in the battle for ratings.
In a bold and idealistic proposal, Myers suggests doing away with all campaigning, rallies, ads, and debates. Instead, each candidate would write a personal essay outlining their vision and plans, which would be distributed to every registered voter. The voters would then make their decision based on these essays, with the candidate receiving the most votes declared the winner.
While Myers acknowledges the impracticality of her proposal, she can’t help but dream of a more civil and straightforward political process. In a time of division and chaos, perhaps a return to simplicity and honesty is just what America needs.