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Originally Posted by Quagmire
That wasn't the original question you asked though, was it.  I don't WANT them in charge of it but the reality of it is big business doesn't do a better job when it comes to taking care of people. Look at the banks and insurance companies. They take care of themselves first, much like the cocksuckers in politics.
So, better the devil you know than the devil you don't. |
The problem is corporatism.
Being a congressman or senator was not meant to be a career and a way to get rich. It was for people who wanted to serve their country. It was for people who wanted to help. It has become a business though and the people that really would do the work for the right reasons face insurmountable odds.
Here are a few ideas I have that will fix things fast...
- There should be term limits for senators and members of the house.
- Senators and congressman should be required to sign under penalty of perjury that they have read entirely and understand legislation they are signing. No exceptions.
- Lobbying a senator or congressman should be illegal. Their staff should do the necessary research.
Will things get done slower? Yes, and that is good.