And the problem is that everyone in congress is trying to push for their own optimal interests, so the compromises are less ideal than a more pragmatic approach that would have the same effect as compromise from all parties. It's not either's ideal, but still better.

If I had the financial independence to run for Congress, I absolutely would.. unfortunately I need to work for a living, and being able to sustain a living while even trying to run isn't something I'd be able to do. Beyond this, running as a Libertarian would be even more difficult.

First, I'm in favor of voting for no incumbents for a few election cycles... from there, I'd love to see actual politicians working to sell pragmatic choices towards consensus instead of the give/take we get today, with the boatloads of pork that come with it.