Reply #20: I have that problem

[Nikia]

I am a college graduate, graduated 4 years ago. Some people think that I have a good job, but my abilities have much advanced past the scope of the job, I make under $30,000 per year (at this rate it will be a few more years before I make more than that), and my workplace isn't a very good place to work for a variety of reasons.
This past year, I have been trying to get a better job. I almost succeeded once, but that was the only better job both ability wise and pay wise that I got a real face to face interview for, as opposed to just a phone interview. I've come to think that it is difficult to get a good job unless you know people who are in the position to hire you for your field. Other than that, it is luck. There are enough people who do know someone in the position to hire them or out of work professionals who are interviewing for jobs equal to or slightly below their previous jobs that the rest of us have about the same chance of winning the pick 4 lottery for any given job.
For politics though, I'd recommend getting in touch with the local party or any other cause that interests you. They usually are happy to take volunteers. Perhaps, they can help you get a paid position later.