Money and Politics

It has often been said that both money and politics go hand in hand. To be successful in politics, you have to have money. The argument is valid, as of course gaining political power in itself is a money game. We see on TV each night how each candidate is spending their campaign money, who has a surplus of funds and who is hitting it rough. I recall reading an article not too far back addressing the possibility of whether or not a middle class person could ever ascend to the highest seat in the nation. While I like to think this possible, it is clear that without adequate funding, no candidate can ever really be successful. Therefore, while citizens of all classes have the opportunity to run for political office, only the wealthy have the opportunity to win. Keep in mind that I am addressing higher positions, not small state or local offices. That very message itself is quite moronic, that although we are "all created equal" according to the constitution, the wealthier will always have a say in how us financially less fortunate individuals lead our lives. I understand money and I understand politics and I am well aware that this is the way it is and essentially always has been. However, I like to think that somewhere down the line in the history of our country, a candidate from the poorer classes will emerge and gain the support of the American Majority (middle and lower classes) to become president of our great country.