More progressive liberals like the Greens rant about Al Gore and his wrondgoings, proclaiming that voting for Nader can actually bring positive change. We should have no more illusions about our democracy. Consequently, a vote for any candidate is a vote for not only our continued exploitation but also for increased and expanded misery throughout the world. Certainly, the most important thing to recognize amidst all this political fury is that, at no time in history, has positive social change been achieved by the election of a politician. In fact, all laws and policies enacted by politicians that aren't in the ruling class's interest come into being because we put enough pressure on them through our struggles in our neighborhoods, and workplaces.
Elections are simply the ratification of hard fought for victories through social struggle.
The ability of the politicians to spin-doctor and speak to our concerns in a seemingly genuine way should not be underestimated. Appearing before us like a two-headed monster, George W. and Al Gore have dispensed with nearly all attempts at upholding the illusion that they represent different politics. We might well face the national guard before congress would concede such needed and costly benefits. The main difference between these politicos lies in their strategy to maintain a stable class society. The only difference between the democrats and republicans are that the democrats have a little more fear of the working class.