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David.
On the contrary, politicians should be encouraged.
In fact, they should be informed and told of how they can help their communities and then, once informed, you can expect them to do what they can to help.
That is what they are there for.
Right or wrong, they often do not know how they can help, so it is up to people from within the communities to tell politicians and councillors what needs to be done.
They are in office to work for their communities and we will only move forward if we work with them.
I don't think anyone labels themselves as a community leader.
Those that get labelled as such are put under great pressure from many quarters.
Many fade away because of the pressure, others, who feel that their communities are worth fighting for, will continue regardless.
Ross will know what hurdles are in front of him, what he needs is positive support, not people telling him he is "doomed".
People know that they are being used but it is not about that.
It is what can be achieved for the greater good that is important.