@Negroni_drinker The practice of candidates for public office in the United States running around begging donors for money is largely a result of the way campaigns are funded in the U.S. The U.S. political system allows for large campaign contributions from corporations, wealthy individuals, and special interest groups, which in turn leads to significant fundraising efforts by candidates to finance their campaigns. In contrast, many European countries have stricter regulations around campaign finance that limit the amount of money that can be donated to political parties or candidates, and in some cases, public funding is provided to support political campaigns. This reduces the reliance on private donations and minimizes the need for candidates to actively seek out donors. Additionally, cultural norms around money in politics and public perception of political fundraising may differ between the U.S. and European countries, influencing how candidates approach fundraising activities.