John Dewey: “The only difference made by an election is as to who get the jobs…”

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The only difference made by an election is as to who get the jobs, draw the salaries and shake down the plum tree.

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John Dewey

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Dewey argues that elections primarily determine who holds power rather than addressing broader societal issues.

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John Dewey: “The only difference made by an election is as to who get the jobs, draw the salaries and shake down the plum tree.”