thereisnospoon
Gold Member
They should not be paid if they are not working either.How much do we pay elected officials to campaign for re-election?
In many states, elected office is NOT considered a full time job. For example in NC As of 2010, members of the North Carolina House of Representatives are paid $13,951/year. Per diem is $104/day set by statute. Legislators are allowed up to $559/month for expenses.North Carolina House of Representatives - Ballotpedia.
The House is in session for roughly 90 days per year. At $104 per day while in session, that's an additional $9,000 plus $559 per month for 4 months or another $2236.
So the Gne Assy of NC member gets about $25k per year.
In towns, counties and cities ,it is the same thing. Part time. This is done by design. To prevent politics from becoming a lifetime career. Sessions are short by design as well. Because elected officials spend more time "at home" , they are more likely to be held accountable to their constituents. In other words, they can't hide in the State Capitol.