One problem with Americans is their trust of people they don’t know, such as those on TV, in media, politics, & entertainment. @
Somehow, the public face, voice, craft, the simple likeability, overrules the substance of their character, wisdom, and intent. @
Government is a necessary evil, run by human beings, who are just as flawed as the thug crack head down the street, or you. @
ALL politicians and media should be viewed as equals, not gods, and their words & motives distrusted by default. @
Assume ALL politicians and media are liars, corrupt, or wrong, and you won’t be disappointed. @
Of the separate powers, the people are foremost, the ultimate check & balance, but if blind, they are a perilous power indeed. @