Brady Rogers of Kelwona, British Columbia had no interest in being elected to city council. Or, at least, that's the distinct impression that he gave with his viral campaign signs.Perhaps Rogers is in it for the money. Perhaps because he's bored. But you can be certain that Brady Rogers doesn't see his campaign as a stepping stone for raw, political power.Rogers has an actual platform that he's running on, but don't count on him to follow through.Will he? Now we can find out: Dextero reports that Rogers ...
We have a young candidate on city council in my hometown who genuinely cares, works hard, and pushes for fresh ideas and popular development. Unfortunately, the old guard, some of whom have been there for over 30 years, seems to oppose everything he proposes. He wanted to renovate our aging auditorium, a vital part of the community, arguing it would be cheaper than building a completely new project. Council rejected the idea then voted to spend millions on new pickleball courts. It’s frustrating to see the old members who have done so many counter productive things for the city just push for stupid shit they like.
that’s the point. people pursue their self-interest.
if you want change you need more young people to run and win elections in your town. the old folks will cling to power and stay in in until death in pursuit of their own interests.
if you want to push for things you like, you have to get involved. and lots of other folks in your town will think the shit you like is stupid.