Independent Writing – The prerequisites for a political position
Should there be prerequisites for someone to occupy a democratically-elected political position? Give reasons and examples to support your answer. Write at least 300 words.
Here is some useful vocabulary:
- alderman or councilor
- to be politically-minded or politically-conscious
- to run for a position
- to be biased
- to have a solid academic background
- to have a clean record
- not to have a shady past