And the Rich Shall Inherit the White House

This is no way to pick a president. When the system hinges on who can write the biggest personal check to fund their campaign, then America is in trouble. It's a key step toward a plutocracy.

I'm reacting to an article at Real Clear Politics which logically concludes:

In a weird way, the GOP presidential primary campaign now hinges on Mitt Romney. More specifically, it hinges on whether Romney will be willing to spend as much of his personal fortune as necessary to win the GOP nomination. That could amount to as much as $40 million, on top of the $17 million he has already contributed to the cause. If he does decide to fully fund his own campaign, then he will be able to outspend his rivals on television advertising by as much as 10-to-1 in state after state after state (think: February 5th). If someone asks you: "can Mitt Romney win the GOP nomination?" ask them: "is he willing to write the check?"

Romney outspent his nearest rival by more than 3 to 1 in Michigan (in addition to promising to spend your tax dollars to the tune of $20 billion to prop up the Detroit auto industry). He outspent Governor Huckabee by 15 to 1 in Iowa, though Iowans gratefully saw through that.

The best way to buck this system is to Huck this system. Vote for the candidate outside this money-driven, inside-establishment system. Cast your vote for Mike Huckabee. Another way to make your voice heard is to contribute (just click the Ranger link at the top right).