Our so called “representatives” have become little more than feudal lords, passing laws to keep the serfs in line.
“little more than feudal lords”
complete with cement barricades, mountainous building-castles, palace security guards, and even moats, e.g., the Potomac.
One must ascend on bended escalator knee and supplicant elevator with red rope barrier, ID check in, and audiences granted by boon.
Long way around the barn.....yup.