Should our elected officials be held to the same standards of conduct we hold ministers?
370113
absolutely!!! I don't have any idea why ppl are not bothered by the lack of morals our polititions have. they say, well they are ppl too, but we are talking about the pres of the united states!! I say if they are going to be bad they should at least be good enough at it that we don't find out!!1 I mean shouldn't they be smart enough to be good at being bad??
851220
Deciet is not limited to just elected officials, ever see a criminal trial, as soon as a police fficer takes the stand the lies begin, its common practice, they lie to get elected, they lie to increase their power and usurp our constitutional rights, lie when they get caught, if poligraphs were reliable, I'd say give them all one every time they speak
1122344
I believe that government officials should be held accountable for their actions just as I am held accountable as a civilian for my actions.\nGovernment   officials are obligated to serve the best interests of their constituents.This includes peace time as well as war time.If a government official or agency  betrays the trust of the people then  it should be challenged in court.especially if the actions result in the loss of life or permanent injury.\n\nI personally had relatives that served in Vietnam and when they returned their life was changed forever.It is especially heart wrentching to know many soldiers were drafted even though it was believed that the Vietnam War was not winnable.Who was looking out for the best interest of the American soldier?
1128304
SURE YES !\n\nBut then what do the politicians do\n- think of some job we can give them ...
817660
Freedom of action within limits, with honour and dignity.\nViolators may be hated and not attacked.
288877
I'll try to be responsive, rather than attack or defend any particular leader.\n\nOften, elected officials will feel obligated to remain in office through good times and through bad times.  Whether the majority of people in a country still "like" the leader is just considered one of the trials of office, since ups or downs happen.  I've linked an article of Arroyo's recent diplomacy talks, which suggest that Arroyo is still respected in the international community.  When she was criticized internationally for declaring a state of emergency, she lifted that proclamation.  She has responded to both national and international pressure, in some circumstances.\n\nResignation is usually reserved for only extreme instances of misconduct or criminal investigation.  Simply having people dislike the leader is considered common.  The Filipino community will have a chance to vote later and make a choice for a new leader.
878813
If you are asking what the responsibilities of a government should be, I  have always found this definition to be the best...Anything the private sector couldn't, wouldn't, or shouldn't do. If an issue doesn't meet at least one of those criteria, the government should not get involved in it.
803835
yes, in order to be a politician, you have to be a great manipulator, but not a liar... in fact, nobody can tell the truth everytime, so what politicians do is to tell the truth in a way that it is convenient. I see nothing wrong with that. Instead of saying "I hate you", they may say "I don't like you very much"
816262
they are only that way if you DONT agree with them.....if you do i suppose they would be ok....lol...they should practice what they preach...
1027498
Religion and government are two different things. Officials should be, and are, elected based on how well they serve the state or national government. Not because of religion.
161755
Be respectful of THOSE (plural) given leadership over you. Many pastors are on a control trip and think that no decision in the church should take place without thier permission. That is not true from the New Testament. I would respect those duties lined out for pastors and deacons in the New Testament, if they overstep that or expect more, let them stew in their own juices (and expect that they probably will)
799483
Yes. This situation is logical. All government officers, however highly ranked, are there to serve the public and have to report into public representatives, who are nothing but elected political leaders. This is how democracy works. At times, it may not be a very efficient way of managing our affairs but democracy ensures that someone who actually represents the people is actually in charge. I can understand your cynicism. Somebody once said, in a democracy you deserve the government you get!
870252
i disagree with you...but i think we should be looking at any public office holder often to make sure they are making the lives of the people they serve better....not the corps or lobbyists....\nthe normal everyday people whos lives they have power over.
18869
Not necessarily because those positions are often subordinate to a higher, elected official. It is imperative that these assistants cooperate with the elected official because otherwise, the administrative team will not be productive at all. Anyways, the elected official already represents the interests of the people and can pass his voted-for policies to the secretaries and attorney general.
642445
I'd say that responsibilty should fall on whoever defeited us, however knowing the world as it is our newly formed governemnt and yes,us, the same people who have always done it would probably still be expected to.
372738
i agree with you that some people who have been prez in the past wernt worthy of the honour.\n\nthey were unable to rise above petty politics and act independently.\n\nfor eg.\n\ngyani jail singh\nk.r. narayanan
330175
ROFLMAO.   Yep, you sure would.  Hell, ministers take so many different REAL jobs.  Why not a clown?