
How Politicians Erode the System: How Incumbents Undermine Accountability
A democratic society is built on accountability, which makes sure that individuals in positions of authority are held accountable for their choices and actions. It protects against corruption and the abuse of power. The accountability system is susceptible to manipulation, though. Politicians who are currently in office frequently have a lot of power and money, which gives them the ability to sabotage the very system designed to hold them accountable. This blog examines how the system of accountability can, and occasionally does, become compromised by incumbents. By concentrating power in their own hands, incumbents erode accountability in one of the main ways. As they solidify their grasp on power, they can amass political capital, have command over the party apparatus, and enjoy good ties to important constituencies. since of the…