There is disdain among Americans of what they see as unethical campaign behavior among candidates. They often grumble about how "special interests" stand in the way of their own public official's subsequent decision-making. Yes, lobbyists must be held accountable and must follow the rules when contributing to potential Congresspeople they may later deal with; but also, public officials must see to it that they are always up front and honest with their people as candidates.
HR 2316 and HR 2317, ethics bills moving through the U.S. House of Representatives, must be voted on for debate on the floor. Our elected Congresspeople must vote yes on having a debate, if they are to foster a high level of trust with their constituents.
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