In a perfect world I think that’d be best. Some sort of experienced and educated technocrat who gradually reforms the system into a more equitable one.

Realistically though, the issue is two-fold. In this modern environment with lowering attention spans and increasing polarization, you need this type of circus media strategy to be a viable candidate.

Even Biden’s campaign for example is posting “dark brandon” ads on conservative websites. I don’t think he’s advertising to conservatives as much as knowing it will go viral and everyone else will see it as well. And from what I can gather, it worked pretty well. I’ve seen multiple posts about that campaign online on different platforms.

Secondly, we are in unprecedented times. Gradual reform won’t cut it. There are threats of war, economic instability, political tensions (including violence), etc. I think the only real way to be effective in this environment is by being radical. Anything else would just maintain the status quo - essentially biding time until the next radical right winger wins again. It’s too dangerous.