2006-12-19 07:48:59 · 8 answers · asked by Swan S 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
They like to exercise power. Spending tax payers money is as good as retail therapy for them.
2006-12-19 07:58:31 · answer #1 · answered by Tony B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The answer to this question as to all questions that involve politicians is really quite simple. Politicians are always motivated by personal gain. That gain could take the form of bribes, promises of campaign contributions, jobs for relatives OR their perception that supporting these types of initiatives will be popular with their contstituents and help get them re-elected. VERY RARELY you encounter the most dangerous animal of all. A politician who is motivated by ideology. Fortunately they are rare and in these modern times virtually extinct.
2006-12-19 08:03:27 · answer #2 · answered by Dave 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is all about getting the votes of those most affected by whatever the Tarrif Quota or Trade Restriction is imposed on.
2016-05-22 21:44:42 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These things help protect the industries of the politicians home country.
2006-12-19 08:51:42 · answer #4 · answered by chris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The will of the people
If you believe that I have a bridge for sale
Greed what did you think
2006-12-19 07:52:18 · answer #5 · answered by Deport all ILLEGAL Alien INVADER 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To protect their constituents jobs.
2006-12-19 07:50:37 · answer #6 · answered by jim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Votes. They will do anything for votes even though it makes no economic sense.
2006-12-19 07:56:22 · answer #7 · answered by jimmiv 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-19 07:50:30 · answer #8 · answered by god knows and sees else Yahoo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋