The Point of Politics Is to Convince People, Not Grandstand
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The article argues that the goal of politics is to convince people, not grandstand, while the discussion highlights the difference between politicians and leaders, with some questioning whether convincing others is a realistic or primary goal.
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It's leaders you are thinking of. JFK, Bernie Sanders, and AOL are some of the very few that come to mind.