That’s a bold statement, but think about it for a second. Politics, at its core, should be about the collective good, the thoughtful exchange of ideas, and the pursuit of solutions for everyone. But what do we see instead? A lot of games, a lot of posturing, and a whole lot of talking without doing. Too often, it’s not about what’s best for society — it’s about winning at any cost.
In politics, the stakes are incredibly high, yet the way people act can feel small, petty, and driven by personal agendas rather than genuine care for the people they’re supposed to represent. Politicians, in many cases, treat us like pawns on a chessboard, pushing us around with soundbites that are designed to divide rather than unite, to confuse rather than clarify. It’s not about working together for solutions, but about finding ways to hold onto power.
What happened to dialogue that’s grounded in respect and a true desire to make lives better? What happened to the focus on lifting up communities, solving real problems, and putting the needs of the people ahead of the next election cycle? Too often, it feels like politics has become less about leadership and more about who can shout the loudest or stir up the most fear.
And that’s where it gets truly disappointing — because we deserve better. We deserve to see people come together, not to fight for power but to work toward a common future, a place where the collective good is the real prize. But as long as politics remains a game, it’ll continue to be the lowest form of human interaction.
