Our American government was never based on the idea that the people would have direct input on all issues.<p>We elect leaders (not followers) to run the country. They probably shouldn&#x27;t keep fundamental facts about government from us. But lying about our first strike nuclear capabilities to get an edge is understandable.<p>That&#x27;s why it&#x27;s important to vote not just for a platform but for the candidate. Because they&#x27;ll be dealing with issues that aren&#x27;t known, be them hidden or just yet to surface. Especially for president. Our president is modeled after a limited monarch, just with an limited term.