Not a windsock. They actually want input to see what the people want. That does not make it policy. It is seeking information to make an intelligent decision. Politicians want their constituents to call and email them, but very few do. So they have people call to get more input. They are not trying to ruin your life with horrible and deadly intrusions. They are just trying to see what matters to you. If you enjoy taking out you anger and demonstrate your rudeness on people you do not know, instead of putting your views forth to those who can actually implement them, have at it. But don’t bitch because you don’t seem to be represented. You passed your chance up to let the pols know what matters to you be a jerk instead.
Gonzo, you’re ignoring the provocation. I do not bother other people. Hell, I go out of my way to avoid bothering others most of the time. I will not knock on your door, call you on the phone, or send you junk mail. I expect you (generic) to do the same for me.
You’ll act like that until something comes up that you think is important enough to justify knocking on people’s doors or calling them to make them aware of your issue, I’m sure.
It’s all “a bother” until it’s something people care about, then it’s just “doing the right thing”.
Nope. Stop hyperventilating for a second and make some sense.
No one who you have already talked to would call you again for those same opinions, would they?
So the “repeatedly” part of your annoyance is only that your phone rings. If you’d answer it and tell them something, anything, they wouldn’t have to call your number anymore. They could check it off their list, even if all you said was “up yours I’m not interested” or “I’m still voting for Dewey!”
And if you don’t see any value in your elected officials, and even the candidates, knowing what’s on their constituents minds, then I’d say you have a long way to go to understanding what a participatory democratic republic should look and act like.
Those few are a reasonably good sampling of the voters who actually give much of a damn about this or that issue.
Nine out of ten times, by the time I’ve handed to call off to the cat, I’ve also ascertained that the “poll” is a push poll designed to generate a faux popular mandate for a predetermined position, not an attempt to ascertain existing public opinion.
Calling a person to give them an opportunity to have their voice heard is not provocation. It can be argued that you are lucky someone asked for your input. They don’t call everybody. Those who get called get stronger representation than those who hang up or don’t get called.
Not talking about polling. I’m concerned more with campaign calls from candidates seeking support.