There are many boxes that exist to be checked when looking to define “captivating” in a person. Miss Marylin checks all of those boxes, so we share.
The “serial” in Serial Killer has long sparked a serial fascination with the human mind. So we look into their minds for a moment to see if we recognize the depths.
When you consider the Politician Purview, well, after you roll your eyes, gag, scream, curse, or some combination of those, you then consider the populace.