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seagull
Patience. Perseverance. ...and an iron will, and incorruptible honor. A willingness to say no to interests.
Are there people like that around? I think that there are. It's up to us to find them, convince them, support them, and, most importantly of all, watch them once we get them into office.
spy66
There is no way we can beat the system. Because there are too many who have the idea that we need it.
seagull
reply to post by Serdgiam
First? We need to give up this notion that things are beyond the point where we can fix it.
Second? We need to decide what sort of person/persons we need in office. Find 'em. Put 'em there. This is where it's going to be difficult, and contentious.
My thoughts on the matter of what sort of person is this... One who is able to say no, to his/her party when it becomes necessary to serve his/her constituency (us). One who is able to say no, to the special interests who will be trying to buy his/her vote. They're out there, but most/many aren't willing to put up with the drama that will be their lives if they enter the political arena. That's our job, too... Convincing these people that they're needed. Maybe the toughest part of the job.
seagull
reply to post by Serdgiam
You've peaked my curiosity, I admit. I'll give those threads a looksee...
Why only one term, if that? I should think a person of integrity would take a bit longer than that to be corrupted by an environment that is inherently corrupting... That's where we, as involved/concerned citizens come in, or should anyway... We are the ones who have to keep 'em honest, or replace 'em. They are our employees, we aren't their subjects. It's time and past for us to realize that, and make them realize it, as well.