mastermind
Rest In Power Kobe
1000%Exactly! That experience with people has a ton of value. Right now, the union fights this past year are the best sign of leftist momentum we've got. I think you'll find better leaders in those fights than anywhere on the electoral map.
They know people more closely and are willing to fight for those issues because they been fighting for it all their lives.
Politicians know that too, particularly Dem candidates, and try to co-opt that by welcoming them in the fold while limiting their influence.