Politics
The politics career track is one of the ten basic career tracks for The Sims and The Sims 2, and is one of the fourteen basic career tracks for The Sims 3. It also appears in The Sims 4: City Living as a semi-active career, under the name "politician".
The Sims Edit
Politics follows a very similar pay curve to the military and law enforcement career tracks, having the third-highest pay at rank 1 but the third-lowest pay at rank 10 of any of the career tracks in the base game. However, it is by far the most difficult career track to reach the top of due to its extremely steep friend requirement (17!), and at high ranks, it has by far the worst ratio of pay to friends required. Out of all 20 careers from the base game, Livin' Large, and Unleashed, it is tied with Paranormal for being the most difficult career track to climb and only Slacker has a worse ratio of pay to friends required at rank 10. It's good for making quick cash in the first few in-game days of a Sim's life, but players will probably want to switch to something else as soon as possible.
The Mayor will eventually change careers and become an Intern in the Medicine career track.
Chance cards Edit
Circus Chance Cards | |||
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1) Campaign Worker | |||
No chance cards for this level | |||
2) Intern | |||
Your involvement with a prominent elected official is discovered and scandal erupts. Appearances on the talk-show circuit increase your Charisma by 2. | |||
3) Lobbyist | |||
No chance cards for this level | |||
4) Campaign Manager | |||
Even though it was a tight race, your candidate lost the election. You lose 1 Charisma point. | |||
5) City Council Member | |||
No chance cards for this level | |||
6) State Assemblyman/State Assemblywoman | |||
No chance cards for this level | |||
7) Congressman/Congresswoman | |||
No chance cards for this level | |||
8) Judge | |||
With wisdom and panache, you preside over the conviction of SimCity's most notorious gangster, winning accolades across SimNation. You receive a book deal and collect a $5000 advance. | |||
9) Senator | |||
No chance cards for this level | |||
10) Mayor | |||
A mysterious scandal forces you to resign from office. However, your well-developed people skills allow you to land a job as an intern at the local hospital. A new career in medicine awaits.
Negative: Change to the Medicine career track as an Intern. |
The Sims 2 Edit
In The Sims 2, the career reward object is the Enterprise Office Concepts Bushmaster Tele-Prompter. It enhances a Sim's ability to improve the Charisma skill. If The Sims 2: Apartment Life is installed, Socialites are likely to work in this career. The college majors associated with this career are Political Science, Economics, History and Drama, making it (Along with Show Business) the only career track with 4 college majors associated.
Adult promotion levels Edit
Teen/elder promotion levels Edit
Adult chance cards Edit
- For more information on Chance Cards in The Sims 2, see Chance card.
The Sims 2 (console) Edit
Politics is a career track available in The Sims 2 (console).
The Sims 2: Pets (console) Edit
Government is one of the career tracks available in The Sims 2: Pets (console).[1]
The Sims 3 Edit
Political is one of the basic career tracks in The Sims 3. Sims can be employed from newspaper, computer, or city hall. Working in the Political career requires the Charisma skill, which indirectly requires friends in order to advance the skills as well. Additionally, Sims are required to collect government funding as one of the performance factors. Sims can collect the funds by asking in person or by throwing a campaign fundraiser party.
The Political career has a special performance tone, "Propose New Course of Action." This special tone needs 16 cumulative hours to be finished. It has several possible outcomes when Sims finish proposing the course of action. There's a 10% chance that Sims will be promoted outright regardless of performance, 30% chance for +40 relationship with the boss, 40% chance for +40 relationship with the boss but -40 with coworkers, and 20% chance that the boss and coworkers will get damaged relationships by -30 and -40, respectively.
Additionally, Sims in the Political career unlock the "Give Inspirational Speech" and "Debate Politics". Sims who have reached the top of the Political career will become a celebrity[TS3:LN].
Performance tones:
- Business as Usual
- Work Hard - Increases performance faster but adds stress
- Take It Easy - Increases fun but lowers performance
- Meet Coworkers - Meets new coworker
- Chat with Coworkers - Builds relationship with coworkers
- Run Errands for Supervisor - Builds relationship with the boss
- Sleep in Judges Chamber - Increases energy
- Propose New Course of Action - Risky action that has various outcomes
Political Career Levels | ||
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1) Podium Polisher | ||
There's nothing glorious about being a Podium Polisher. A little wax rubbed on, a little rubbed off. The podium needs to look good for those who actually make a difference and their dramatic speeches. But, polish well enough and keep the right attitude, and there may be room within the organization for you. | §24/hour | No Bonus |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §40 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 15:00 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 18:00 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | ||
Charisma 0-3 | ||
Perk: Immediately unlocks "Debate Politics" friendly interaction. | ||
2) Ballot Counter | ||
Frequent elections require a steady cadre of reliable Ballot Counters to keep things honest and precise. You don't work for any particular party or organization... right? Keep your nose clean and do nothing more than count and report the data. Democracy is counting on you! | §31/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §50 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 15:00 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 18:00 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | ||
Charisma 1-4 | ||
3) Campaign Intern | ||
Your diligence has been noted and you'll work the remainder of this campaign as an intern. Copies, copies, copies! Post flyers, call potential donors, fetch coffee, keep the staplers in prime condition, and most importantly, be charismatic about it. This campaign, or at least the copy machine, cannot succeed without you! | §33/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §60 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 16:00 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 19:00 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | ||
Charisma 2-6 | ||
4) Yes-Man / Yes-Woman | ||
Hopefully you're ready to nod your head in the affirmative, because you've worked your way into the position of Yes-Man / Yes-Woman. Should the city vote on Bond 452 C? Yes! Should we elect a new police commissioner? Yes! How does this tie look? Yes! There's only one answer to give if you want to stay in your superiors' good graces. | §45/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §70 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 15:00 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 18:00 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 3-7 | |
Boss | ||
5) City Council Member | ||
Politician at last! As the newest City Council Member, you have the unique position of affecting change on the welfare of the city. Change takes time though, and re-elections cost money. You'll need to start working your neighbors, acquaintances, and random individuals for their campaign donations. Bring your walking shoes, Councilman / Councilwoman. | §69/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §90 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 14:30 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 17:30 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 4-8 | |
Boss | Funding | |
Perk: Ability to throw Campaign Fundraiser and collect funds from people. | ||
6) Local Representative | ||
Not satisfied to see you with your hands solely on the city, your constituents want to see you at the next level. More territory means more favor and votes needed to get anything done, and that means more campaign donations. Keep the cookie jar full, and you get to keep your job. | §91/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §100 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 14:30 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 17:30 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 5-9 | |
Boss | Funding | |
Perk: Can use "Give Inspirational Speech" interaction to improve relationships with all Sims in the surrounding area. | ||
7) Mayor | ||
The legislative branch is all well and good, but the executive branch is really where the power lies. As the Mayor, you can now dictate terms to the city council you used to serve, and in the process, enact changes as you see fit. Rule with a firm fist or gentle touch, but never forget to keep your constituents happy. | §130/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §130 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 14:00 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 17:30 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 6-9 | |
Boss | Funding | |
Perk: Sims use limousine as a default vehicle replacing the taxi. | ||
8) Governor | ||
You've been pulled up to the regional level for your brilliant political acumen and adept maneuvering. The public claims to love you, but everything can change instantly with the signing of the wrong piece of legislation. Pick your battles and be wary of political opponents, as the polls are really starting to heat up. | §160/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §160 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 14:00 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 17:30 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 7-10 | |
Boss | Funding | |
9) Vice President | ||
Second in command may not be the end goal, but riding the ticket long enough just might earn you the coveted top spot. Mere local matters are beneath you now that economic concerns pile onto your desk. Evil organizations aren't making matters any better, as the safety and protection of the citizenry is a prime directive of your boss. The public watches silently to see if you truly have what it takes. | §267/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §180 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 13:30 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 17:00 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 8-10 | |
Boss | Funding | |
10) Leader of the Free World | ||
Without peer, (Sim Name) is in charge.
The world has voted you in as their sworn leader. Defender of truth, justice, and basic Sim rights, you—the Leader of the Free World—must work for the people more than ever. Beware of agents of evil, corruption within your government, and those not willing to serve the people above all else. This is your chance to leave your mark on the world, and it'd be a fair shame to squander it with scandal and shoddy decisions. |
§423/hour | Bonus: § |
S M T W T F S | Pension: §280 | |
Suburb 09:00 - 13:30 |
Bridgeport 13:00 - 17:00 | |
Performance Factors | ||
Mood | Charisma 9-10 | |
Boss | Funding | |
Perk: Sim will gain a permanent invisible "Aura Of Leadership" around them, making Sims either wave cheerfully or boo in disapproval. This invisible aura has no effect on relationships like the Emperor of Evil's red aura and isn't affected by traits. The aura functions exactly like the celebrity aura that Rock Stars and Hit Movie Composers have at the top of the Music career branches. This invisible aura remains even after the Leader of the Free World quits or retires. |
The Sims 4 Edit
The Politician career is one of the three career tracks introduced in The Sims 4: City Living expansion pack.[2] Like the other City Living careers, Sims in the Politician career have the option of working from home. They are offered their first work from home assignment immediately after joining the career, which, if completed, improves their job performance. The purpose of this assignment is to choose a cause (out of a selection of No Sim Left Behind, Simoleons for Everyone, Speak for the Trees, World United, and the Foundation for Less Mischief), which they then promote as they continue their career. After this, if they choose to work from home, they are given two randomized assignments to complete each day, though they can still choose to go to work as they normally would.
After being promoted from level four, Sims will be able to choose one of the two career paths: Politician or Charity Organizer.
Career levels Edit
Description: "Join a life of public service! From protesting against the unjust, to gathering donations for good causes, or even collecting the occasional bribe as a "means to an end", Politics is always interesting."
Politician branch Edit
Description: "Secure votes, give speeches, and become the National Leader! Better brush up on your public policy!"
Charity Organizer branch Edit
Description: "Use your political prowess for the greater good. Raise money and fund a solution for the Cause you support!"
Sims in the politics career Edit
- Miko Ojo - Social Justice Worker
- Victor Feng - Representative
References Edit
- ↑ The Sims 2 Pets Prima Guide
- ↑ "New Careers in The Sims 4 City Living Send You Out on Assignments" by Grant Rodiek on TheSims.com (retrieved 17 October 2016)