Superman/Superwoman or Princess Twilight Sparkle are not going to save the day

Over 25 years of lobbying and campaigning, there is one constant: a superhuman will appear, and all the problems will disappear.

This mystical saviour has taken many forms.

Unicorns riding pink fluffy clouds

A my little Pony character with special powers to defeat evil

Roger Helmer MEP

Roger HELMER – 8th Parliamentary term

 

Superman or Superwoman

 

 

What they have in common is they are all mystical creatures or people hinting at magical qualities. The belief is their mystical words (writing, speeches, telepathic thought streams)  will bring officials and politicians to reason and lead the officials/politicians to repent their errors and back you.

What seems to be true about these mystical characters is they say the words you agree with.  They’ll often be more articulate. It is a wonderful feeling to discover someone who agrees with your world vision and, to top it off, is more eloquent than you.

Salvation will come only if you have faith, banish the unbelievers, and take the word of the mystic to the officials/politicians making the decision.

I’d love it to be true. If this superman/woman of lobbying existed, who had the power to persuade officials and politicians in an instant, it would be a sight to watch in awe.

Until there is verified proof that these mystical creatures/people can persuade en masse in seconds,  I’ll stick with mundane reality.