Should the public diréctly choose all political leaders?

Depending on how we define “all political leaders,” the answers may well vary, and they all make sense. Now I would like to share my view on “the direct election presidency.” In my view, the system has disadvantages that cannot be overlooked. Now let me explain the details.     

First, this system can empower demagogues, which has negative impact on democratic governance. They present fantastic goals and appeal to people at first. But once in power, they tend to prioritize their popularity over enhancing the standard of living for the people. This is unacceptable outcome in our world today.     

Next, I understand some may argue that countries sometimes need a strong leadership, especially developing countries where economic growth is the top priority. However, in these situations, the presidential systems easily transform into a dictatorship, as we have seen in some sub-Saharan countries such as Central Africa and Rwanda.            I

n this way, the presidential system has its disadvantages, which can go against the public interest of the country. So, we need to consider them carefully to maintain healthy democracy. Thank you for your attention. [182 Words Type-B]