Let's honor our form of government

I have railed against the undue influence of special interests to our elected officials because of their unethical campaign contributions. May I also caution our representatives from our own, sometime unethical influences, as constituents. Yes, that's right; we must always remember to show respect for the men and women we duly vote into office. Some of us may strongly disagree with an electoral system we feel is politically monopolized by the two major parties. Nonetheless, our republican form of government requires showing the utmost dignity for our own elected officials at all levels, from local to national. The next time we write that letter to our representative, include a "Dear [title]" and close with a "Thanks in advance [your name]."