Hobbyism treats politics like fantasy football. Users track statistics, follow star players (politicians), and cheer for their team, but they have zero impact on the actual game being played. Hersh argues that this behavior is not only useless for achieving policy goals, but it is also actively harmful to democracy because it crowds out the real, gritty work of organizing. Power vs. Empathy: The Core Distinction
To transition from an online spectator to an effective civic actor, citizens must re-learn the basic principles of grassroots political organizing. 1. Shift Your Focus Downward
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