[Grut]

A little over the top, I think. In most places, the big problem with local government is getting anyone to run for it. Big city local government may be something else.

[Protagoras]

A little over the top, I think. In most places, the big problem with local government is getting anyone to run for it.

It may be true "most places" but it sure isn't true in Cook county Illinois or the surrounding counties. There are zillions of busy-bodies lined up to run other peoples lives and feel important while doing it. They call it "public service" and claim it to be the world's highest calling.