If our country ever gets out of the mess we are in, I would like to see those running for office (President, Vice President, all cabinet members, members of congress and senate) to have to pass some type of test to see if they really understand our constitution before they are permitted to even run or be chosen. It seems to me that a lot…
If our country ever gets out of the mess we are in, I would like to see those running for office (President, Vice President, all cabinet members, members of congress and senate) to have to pass some type of test to see if they really understand our constitution before they are permitted to even run or be chosen. It seems to me that a lot of those in power are extremely lacking in knowledge as to how to even run our country. From our current dictator on down the line, it seems as if they are flying by the seat of their pants. They have no character, moral standards nor concern for those they represent. As an 80 year old senior, I am totally disgusted over how we got into this mess and if we will ever be able to get out of it.
I think anyone running for political office should show proof of an education of some sort, at least HS Diploma for city offices. State and federal , congress, president, vp, cabinet members should have college degrees. The pentagon should have people that were officers in the top jobs. There should be a requirement for all elected officials to have a clean record, no felonies or DUI's etc. Intelligence is necessary to be able to do your job properly. Teachers have to pass tests to teach others, medical people have to take exams before they can work, lawyers have to take exams And in medicine you can not have a criminal record even if it is a misdemeanor. If you have anything you have togo before the professional board of the state to prove you have rehabilitated or taken courses to correct what you did. to show you are safe to work with patients in a medical setting.
I’m just praying we have the mid-terms, and t doesn’t run for an unconstitutional third time. But so far it seems he, and MAGA and even others, are all in. WTF? I want to wake up from this nightmare so badly.
And a grounding in politics at the level where you have to do the REALLY HARD yards to make any progress should be a standard requirement. Just waltzing in from out of the blue with a foghorn and a large bag of money isn't the kind of politics America ever needed! But for some, it's the easiest way to make their wealth work for THEM!
Extreme wealth, in the wrong hands, has become the biggest danger to American democracy!
I agree but I would slightly re-word one sentence. To say intelligence is necessary to do your job properly, is a little insulting to other non-governmental workers. People can be practically skilled, without necessarily having a high IQ level. I think it should say, intelligence in your chosen area of expertise, is necessary for effective employment in the field of governmental or local politics; whether it be political, economical, scientific, diplomatic, judicial etc. Some kind of experience or education in that area must be without question. They should in my opinion be vetted on extreme views, their willingless to represent EVERY sector of society and business, without prejudice of any kind, and undergo a training period, even for the role of president, so they know the professional code of conduct expected, understand the constitution, scope and limitations of their permitted job capabilities. Without question, have a clear criminal record, and have lived a clean, wholesome, non-contraversial life, and be blessed with morals and public decency at the very least :)
I agree and have been saying that for years! Especially on the State Level. Especially when people vote not based on the person and experience but based on party alone.
If our country ever gets out of the mess we are in, I would like to see those running for office (President, Vice President, all cabinet members, members of congress and senate) to have to pass some type of test to see if they really understand our constitution before they are permitted to even run or be chosen. It seems to me that a lot of those in power are extremely lacking in knowledge as to how to even run our country. From our current dictator on down the line, it seems as if they are flying by the seat of their pants. They have no character, moral standards nor concern for those they represent. As an 80 year old senior, I am totally disgusted over how we got into this mess and if we will ever be able to get out of it.
I think anyone running for political office should show proof of an education of some sort, at least HS Diploma for city offices. State and federal , congress, president, vp, cabinet members should have college degrees. The pentagon should have people that were officers in the top jobs. There should be a requirement for all elected officials to have a clean record, no felonies or DUI's etc. Intelligence is necessary to be able to do your job properly. Teachers have to pass tests to teach others, medical people have to take exams before they can work, lawyers have to take exams And in medicine you can not have a criminal record even if it is a misdemeanor. If you have anything you have togo before the professional board of the state to prove you have rehabilitated or taken courses to correct what you did. to show you are safe to work with patients in a medical setting.
I’m just praying we have the mid-terms, and t doesn’t run for an unconstitutional third time. But so far it seems he, and MAGA and even others, are all in. WTF? I want to wake up from this nightmare so badly.
Right there with you!!!
So do I!!!!
Same here!
And a grounding in politics at the level where you have to do the REALLY HARD yards to make any progress should be a standard requirement. Just waltzing in from out of the blue with a foghorn and a large bag of money isn't the kind of politics America ever needed! But for some, it's the easiest way to make their wealth work for THEM!
Extreme wealth, in the wrong hands, has become the biggest danger to American democracy!
I agree but I would slightly re-word one sentence. To say intelligence is necessary to do your job properly, is a little insulting to other non-governmental workers. People can be practically skilled, without necessarily having a high IQ level. I think it should say, intelligence in your chosen area of expertise, is necessary for effective employment in the field of governmental or local politics; whether it be political, economical, scientific, diplomatic, judicial etc. Some kind of experience or education in that area must be without question. They should in my opinion be vetted on extreme views, their willingless to represent EVERY sector of society and business, without prejudice of any kind, and undergo a training period, even for the role of president, so they know the professional code of conduct expected, understand the constitution, scope and limitations of their permitted job capabilities. Without question, have a clear criminal record, and have lived a clean, wholesome, non-contraversial life, and be blessed with morals and public decency at the very least :)
Gotta be intelligent even to bag groceries; you can’t put the butter on top of the hot roasted chicken in the same bag.
Agree. Knowledge of your area of specific work
No damn felon’s!
Amen to this Teri. Maybe things will turn around. I hope and pray it does.
202 225 3121 call any member of congress. So many problems to worry n work on!
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I agree and have been saying that for years! Especially on the State Level. Especially when people vote not based on the person and experience but based on party alone.
HEAR, HEAR!!!!
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You have used a valuable word today. Adult. Same as grown up. Or evolved. Or aware. Or taking no more bullshit.
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