Why do folks find it so hard to walk away?

I used to be one who wrote newspaper columns on how to do things the right way. I received a lot of grief for it. As a minor politician, I discovered that people all wanted a 'good ol boy' system - but one that catered to them and their individual wants, needs, and desires. They expected the world, the government, and me to cater to their every demand, wish, and want, with no respect for my life, or my person, or the ideals with which I presented...