Originally Posted by
theprestige
Politicians seek office to enjoy the benefits of power.
I'm not quite that cynical. I suspect that most pols get into the game because they want to improve society in a way consistent with their values. Most entryways into politics such as school boards, commissions, etc. don't really give a power seeker much of a thrill. As they climb the ladder, they may find the power trip to be intoxicating with the end result in the quote.