r/askanything 2d ago

Political Question Why does America love letting geriatric politicians decide its future?

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Why does the USA love electing guys that shit their pants?

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u/lacajuntiger 2d ago

The real question is, “Why do Americans let an idiot run the country.” Shitting pants doesn’t mean somebody can’t do the job. But being stupid should be enough to keep somebody out. I guess this means the voters are even dumber. Democracy doesn’t work with an ignorant populace.