I Hate This Corrupt Government (And I’m Not Alone)

Let’s just say it: I hate this corrupt government. Honestly, who doesn’t feel that way sometimes? You watch the news, scroll through social media, or even just talk to your neighbors, and it’s like—wow, how are we still putting up with this? It’s messy, frustrating, and, let’s be real, exhausting.

Funny enough, it’s not always the big scandals that get under your skin. Sometimes it’s the little stuff—the hidden agendas, the empty promises, the sudden “oops, we forgot to tell you about that” moments. I remember a local council meeting a few months back where they tried to explain a budget “adjustment” that somehow left out funding for schools. And everyone in the room just sat there, pretending it made sense. (Spoiler: it didn’t.)

Why It Feels Personal

You might think government corruption is something far away—big politicians, big corporations—but here’s the thing: it trickles down into our daily lives. Roads aren’t maintained, hospitals are underfunded, and yes, taxes seem to vanish into thin air. You start to wonder if anyone is actually thinking about the people living in their towns, or if we’re just numbers on a spreadsheet somewhere.

Sometimes I catch myself ranting to friends about it, and they nod along like, “Yep, tell me something I don’t know.” And the weird part? Even though it’s infuriating, it’s almost bonding. There’s this strange camaraderie in shared frustration. Everyone’s quietly thinking the same thing: I hate this corrupt government, but what can we even do?

Small Wins (Or at Least Attempts)

Okay, it’s not all doom and gloom. There are tiny victories—like a whistleblower getting heard, a local campaign finally exposing shady contracts, or people just refusing to stay silent. It’s slow, often frustratingly slow, but it’s progress. Sometimes I think that’s what keeps me from losing all hope. And let’s be honest, venting about it (like I’m doing right now) counts for something too.

A Personal Side Note

I remember once helping organize a community event to draw attention to mismanaged city funds. We didn’t change the world overnight, but seeing people show up, care, and speak their minds—it felt powerful. And even though I still hate this corrupt government, that little spark reminded me that we’re not completely powerless.

So yeah, I hate this corrupt government. But maybe admitting it, talking about it, and acting in small ways is the first step. You’re not crazy for feeling frustrated. You’re human. And sometimes, just knowing that others feel the same way can make the madness a little more bearable.