I ain't a politician.

I'd never succeed as a politician. Because I'd speak my mind. And I'd displease my constituents. Without regret. Without apology. I'd work for the common good. That would make me unpopular. I'd be called a socialist and a communist. And not mind it. Better that than being called a capitalist. And even worse, a Republican. I'd not stand a chance in my congressional district. Because my representative is Michele Bachmann. Imagine catering to the crowd of ultra conservatives that elected her. I'd find that impossible. Overall, Minnesota is supposed to be a fairly liberal state. Minnesota once elected liberal Paul Wellstone to the U.S. Senate. And the latest to be elected is comedian Al Franken. But I live in what may be Minnesota's most conservative district. Full of rich Republicans. And poor and ordinary people stupid enough to vote for Republicans. That's another reason why I'd be an unsuccessful politician. I'd alienate all the stupid people. By calling 'em downright stupid. Can't tell a lie. Little wonder I ain't a politician. --Jim Broede