We live in what is called a democracy, rule by the majority of the people. A fine ideal if it could be made to work. The people elect, but the party … - Raymond Chandler

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We live in what is called a democracy, rule by the majority of the people. A fine ideal if it could be made to work. The people elect, but the party machines nominate, and the party machines to be effective must spend a great deal of money. Somebody has to give it to them, and that somebody, whether it be an individual, a financial group, a trade union or what have you, expects some consideration in return.