Obvious explanation for voter apathy in upcoming election

Now that election primaries in 12 states are over will the average voter still experience the past perpetuation of virtual incommunicado with his candidate after she's successful in November? In an age when communication has nearly reached its zenith the average voting citizen of this country still has little access to the channels necessary to be in touch with those who directly affect his life in this country, his elected representative.

The voter finds himself desperately attempting to bridge this gap by casting his ballot every two years for someone who will hopefully listen and heed his advice, aspiring to reestablish the connection his candidate made and to fulfill the promises made during the campaign.

But after elections most all office holders shut themselves down, cut themselves off, and concentrate only on issues important to their re-election. Her constituency no longer matters while she almost immediately concentrates on her personal goal to remain in office.

Another midterm election is just ahead and we'll witness again the subtly translucent campaigns to delude their constituencies for awhile and then, once in office, concentrate on their futures rather than outs.

Is there little wonder why there is so much public apathy when it feels that nothing can be done to alter the political landscape in America?

James D. Cook

Streamwood