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Originally Posted by Hondaracer
I also don't doubt that down the road huge private figures such as corporate CEO's etc will make big pushes into the prime minister/presidents seat.
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Most people who run for public office come from wealthy backgrounds. People think that just because they make 150K/year and get pensions (only after 8 years of service), they are running for office for the money. Most candidates, particularly those who become cabinet ministers, probably made more money in their former professions without the stress of being in the public spotlight. I bet some of the wise minds of RS probably make higher salaries than your typical politician.
Look at the bio of the modern candidate - they're either successful entrepreneurs, lawyers, doctors, or CEOs and have name recognition in their respective communities outside of their professions.