Politicking

I can not understand what makes a politician to decide that he or she will run for the presidency of this country. In order to succeed that person must be known throughout the country, must be a good successful person, must have backing both political and financial and probably some other stuff, too.

When a person is not well known all over the chances are already limited. Just because that person is or was the governor of a state doesn't make him eligible for a national office. Half his time must be spent on introducing himself in every corner and prove that he can do the job.

If that person has no political background, it is already an uphill battle. The establishment is closely guarding its secrets and they will go to any extreme to keep "non-members" out. Trump is a perfect example. Even though he won in 2018 the war against him never stopped. General Pelozzi was leading her troops to fight then President Trump at every corner. And now the fight continues.

The funny thing in politics that it makes strange bedfellows. Today's opponent tomorrow may become the strongest advocate and supporter. Senator Tim Scott, Chris Christie, Ramaswami and latest Ron DeSantis are the perfect examples. These were all attacking Trump while they campaigned but after withdrawing from the race, they all swore allegiance to him.

Now, why would wealthy contributors donate money to sure losers? Do those people are really believing that their candidates can win? Isn't this money just down the drain or there is some finagling, deal making going on in the back rooms? I can not imagine smart, wealthy people throwing their money and support behind some dark horse with absolutely no chance at winning.

I think Trump did and right now is doing his own financing. Even though the Republican Party is constantly asking for money, I believe Trump is financing his own campaign. He doesn't need to spend any money on advertisements because he is always on the news, uses his private plane for travels, so why is his party is asking for money?

Anyway, as time goes by this is turning to a very interesting contest. Probably more interesting than any presidential race since I am in this country, which is almost 66 years.