American Politics

The American form of government is probably the fairest in the world today.  There are some underlying issues, however, that should be looked at with a certain amount of skepticism as far as just how fair it is. 

It is very difficult to be sure that corruption does not taint the system and corruption is driven by greed.  Unfortunately, our politicians, for the most part, are elected through more and more money rather than good intentions and deeds.  The more financial backing you can acquire, the more likely you are to become powerful and be elected.  This makes our government more about money than the well being of our citizens.  The one who spends the most, reaps the most benefit from legislation.

The Constitution prevents this, you say?  You betcha!  And if you honestly believe that, I got a bridge to sell!

The Constitution looks nothing like it was meant to and the parts that do are bastardized in meaning and intent so much that it no longer should be relevant.  We live in a time when freedom of speech no longer means speaking up about government and injustice.  It now means that you and I can slander and berate each other with impunity whether we are honest or not.  The Supreme Court no longer interprets the Constitution but bends it to fit whatever idealism is in vogue at the time.

So, what are we to do?  That is a difficult question and one that will take some time to answer.  The first thing we must do is pay attention.  Pay attention to elections.  Pay attention to who we elect.  Don’t necessarily elect the person who spends the most but rather the one who you think will represent the truth.  The one who will represent the good of the people and not the good of the person who gives them the most money regardless of who it hurts.  Remember, that person (or corporation) spending that money will expect something in return if their candidate is elected so know who supports the person you vote for!

Most of all, be skeptical!  Politicians lie.  They will tell you anything they think you want to hear just to get elected and then (many, not all) will change course to satisfy their biggest donors.  The biggest mistake we make is electing our officials on a single issue without asking what stands they take on other important things.  One issue does not fairly manage a country!

Your thoughts are welcome.