[SamuraiProgrammer]

Fyron,

I see what you mean. You certainly have a point. (I was afraid you were hinting at something else.)

For years, I have felt that the parties make mountains over molehills in order to keep the public's attention away from more important issues involving the loss of personal freedom and gain of power by governmental agencies.

The only problem is that any legislation to correct the problem of money buying elections would be an infringement of personal liberty by telling citizens what they may or may not spend their money on (i.e., forwarding a political cause).

The only real solution, IMHO, is for people to look past the fluff and try to focus on issues. We had a state senatorial election in my district this year in which the populous actually seemed to do that.

This reminds me of a remark made in the late 1700s by a prominent Englishman. Forgive me for not remembering the name, but the quote went something like this:

(paraphrased) Democracy will work until the public realizes they can vote themselves money from the public till.

If you look closely, most of the political 'hot' issues revolve around who will get the money.

Sincerely, Brazil... Best Wishes. Just remember, the best solution is not always the most popular.. in fact, it almost never is.