I think the idea you address elsewhere about conventions/conferences is spot on! All professional organizations have these, & I find them quite useful: Opportunities to connect & network, to find out who potential candidates for all levels & offices are before you see their names on a ballot, & to teach & learn about topics such as tariffs & constituency concerns
These are currently weaknesses in the system; in particular, perhaps, we’re seeing how poorly informed voters were
I think the idea you address elsewhere about conventions/conferences is spot on! All professional organizations have these, & I find them quite useful: Opportunities to connect & network, to find out who potential candidates for all levels & offices are before you see their names on a ballot, & to teach & learn about topics such as tariffs & constituency concerns
These are currently weaknesses in the system; in particular, perhaps, we’re seeing how poorly informed voters were