We are a Constitutional Republic. We do not send people to represent us, the way you think, we send people to protect the constitution not side step it.
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A constitutional republic is a state where the head of state and other officials are elected as representatives of the people, and must govern according to existing constitutional law that limits the government's power over citizens.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitutional_republic
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I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oath_of...nited_Stat es