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Commenters argue US politics is overly focused on presidential elections

Original: One of the problems with # USpol # politics in the US is that, as a practical matter, we're overly focused on the # elec

A political commentator argues that a core weakness of American politics is its fixation on the presidential election cycle, noting the presidency can be held for only eight years, or a maximum of ten in extraordinary circumstances, while other governance issues get far less attention. The observation has struck a chord with readers who see constant campaign coverage crowding out discussion of policy, Congress and local politics.

Why now: Presidential campaign season keeps attention fixed on the presidency rather than broader governance.

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• One of the problems with # USpol # politics in the US is that, as a practical matter, we're overly focused on the # election cycle, especially the election for # POTUS , and that position can normally only be filled for 8 years at a time, a maximum of 10 under extraordinary… · gcvsa@mstdn.plus · 3

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