Why is it that urban people tend to look down on rural people when it comes to politics and social issues.?
493832
They're the social "elite" that think they know what's best for our country because they may have educational degrees.\n\nIn reality, they haven't a clue what REAL America wants, thinks, needs and feels.  Nor do they have the insight of the real issues affecting our country, although they think they do.
1095657
Very perceptive grasshopper.  It is ridiculous, I think that Politics makes me nuts.  It goes all the way down to local government.  It is almost as soon as they get into office they forget about all the people and only care for the few. I hate to get started, you never know who's tapping into your conversations anymore: in the name of security we lose our voice.  You gotta say they have some slick moves.
970532
The population looks for scapegoats. 99.9% of the time overall problems get balmed on minorities and then stereotypes are spread making it so everyone believes they are the real root of the problem.
344090
No.  You just realized how sad, narrow minded they are.  Kind of like feeling bad for someone who has a mental handy cap.  It's also a sign of low class, so again that's kind of feeling bad for the underprivileged.  Remember, racists come in all colours.  I've been a victim of reverse discrimination a few times as well as one of my children in a school where she was the minority.
48791
Because they are lazy, and don't think it matters.\n\nFor all those out there who think so, here's a quote(I haven't a clue who by)\n\n"Bad men are elected by good people who don't vote".\n\nIf you didn't vote, don't grouse if you don't like who your neighbor picked.
1146590
its human nature and a social disease at the same time. people tend to believe everything they hear to belong or be one with the group.
699542
Indian politics is somewhat based on exploiting sentiments and situations of illiterate and poor people, in spite of that India has huge potential of becoming one of the developed nations if our natural and human resources are properly utilised.
984716
Because there aren't any good candidates.  You don't get past the local level of politics without having a few skeletons in your closet.  Politics are too corrupt these days.
339199
Word. Youre one of the few people who notice that. I think its because the same people who are against Bush (generally speaking) are also involved with stereotypically liberal issues. You know, the environment, gun control etc. Thats what it used to be anyway. I dont know if that still applies because alot of people who dont give a flying f*ck about the environment are now against Bush too...So in the end, I dont know. But thanks for posting a thought-provoking question. Theres not too many on here these days.\n\n\npeace
706297
It's called political socialization. They usually pick up their political views from their parents and other influential adults in their lives.
328617
People are too closed minded and get blinded by all other alternatives but their own.  Religious, Political, or Ethnic background it doesn't matter.  No one else opinions matter.  If you don't see theirs you are the enemy.
350379
its important to remember that part of it is perspective. People dont tend to think too much about the working poor, the people who work full time jobs but get paid so poorly they cant get far above the poverty line. Though there is a free rider problem, there are probably just as many people (if not a whole lot more) who do what they can and the extra kick from welfare helps get them by. My best guess as to why the freerider phenomon exists, people at some point down the line become disenchanted with the way the system is. They either feel like the "man is sticking it to them" or that there isnt a way out of where they are at. When one feels like they cant succeed in a certain lifestyle, they look for another avenue to be successful. For some that might mean spending their money on name brand clothes and nicer things, even if they cant afford them an are force to have bad credit, because nice objects bring status in our society. Still i dont believe the freerider issue is as drastic as we are lead to believe, as one "bad experience" with someone who is under Gov aid tends to influence our thinking about the program as a whole.
734997
Politics is not for decent people with self respect
434391
Many people do. I prefer cities, but you're looking at Cleveland. Rural areas are for growing food and preserving wildlife, not for hanging out in.
1123633
Because that's how people do politics most of the time- not that I like it. Also, I think approval ratings had  to do with it.
416759
It becomes an issue of public priority. There is an underlying American opinion that your supposed to be able to make it on your own if you work hard enough (even though this is some times a very silly theory in praxis). So theres a general discontent for things which some people see as freerider type things. You could argue there is probably a lack of empathy as many people favor as little government as possible by cutting social safety net programs for the poor. When people keep blaming the victim, these type of injustices occur. Not to mention there are quite a few government expenses that are on the board right now, so people who see us in a defecit think, well now certainly isnt the time to help these people out. It is certainly frusterating and sad but its a part of the american psyche and probably wont change any time soon.
467479
Because people are such SHEEP.  They believe any stereotype, and tend to follow along with what everyone else is doing or thinking.  They are ignorant.