My 5th grade niece needs to answer this question for her class. Please I need objective and easy to use answers for a fifth grader. Thanks People !!! I need your answers now.
2006-11-18 20:26:43 · 15 answers · asked by ericangel16 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Its a trick question, right? everyone knows that there is no such thing as an honest Government official. HA good one. almost had there for a minute.
2006-11-18 20:30:53 · answer #1 · answered by #1betterthanyou 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the only way to get HONEST official is for the community to choose the best one to lead. Every nation / society is broken down to the smallest unit ie, the village or small town. It is incumbent upon the people of that community to choose the best person who could lead the community. It is not easy. You have to choose someone who is selfless, would work for the community not for glory or money but for the common good. I am sure, you will find such people in any community. It is just that perhaps they dont like to join politics as they dont have an ulterior motive. As you can see today in nearly all society, thsoe who join politics have their private interest first then the interest of the others second - hence they may not in certain circumstances not able to act objectively. Again, politics is power and $$$.
Therefore if you can find a group of people who can lead the community selflessly and without an agenda, you have honesty. This instant from the small village can extrapolate into a cluster of more villages, towns and so forth till it reaches the national level. And consequently the international level as humanity is truly one despite the differences in color and religions.
It is best that a council be chosen to lead the community rather than individuals as governance is not an easy task. Maybe a council of 7 or 9. Its sufficient to have diversity and to cater for different approaches to various issues that faces the community.
You notice that with this system of choosing the best and reliable person to lead the community, we can do away with political parties. This is at this juncture in human history, ideal and utopian but if we work towards it, its achievable.
2006-11-18 21:13:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are many honest Government officials before they take office. However Power and greed changes them.
The best way to have them honest and keep them honest is by invoking some type of impeachment policy. Something like the California governor race a few years back where they got rid Governor. This would keep them honest. Can't think of anything else.
2006-11-18 22:18:44 · answer #3 · answered by wondermom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An honest government official ? There is no such person. They all lie and tell you what you want to here then turn around and vote totally the opposite of the way they said they would vote.
2006-11-19 14:53:57 · answer #4 · answered by mick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well first you have to get rid of the OLD bastards that are in Washington now. And then we should enact term limits on ALL politicians! Most people go to vote and only vote for the name they recognise. Which is b.s. people need to start paying attention to the issues. There is really no way of telling who is honest or not unless they are caught in a lie.
2006-11-18 22:22:49 · answer #5 · answered by tigerbaby322006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let's see if I may be of help to your niece. I truly believe a government official is honest when he or she shares their personal background publicly. They are someone who listens with their heart, takes the time to meet with you, and really analyze the issue at hand. They are not afraid to speak on your behalf, and looks into the issues closely. Overall, their honesty shows within their attitude, positive behavior and actions. Hope this helps.
2006-11-18 20:33:26 · answer #6 · answered by huanani1978 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First, you can't wait for the general election. by then your choices are severely limited. Some people would say to vote for the best candidates in the primaries. This is important, but it is also too late. You need to get involved with the party of your choice before the candidates are selected and support those you believe in before they are candidates.
BTW, I don't believe power corrupts. I believe power allows the corrupt to act corruptly.
2006-11-19 07:41:20 · answer #7 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The answer is...drum roll please...YOU CAN'T!!!!
As a matter of fact, the word "candidate" should be changed because it has the word "candid" in it.
Your niece should write about how electing an honest government official is virtually impossible. THAT would be an interesting paper.
2006-11-18 20:33:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think electing honest politicians is easy. Most people running for first time are honest. The problem is in KEEPING them honest. The longer they hold office the more self important they become.
2006-11-19 01:25:43 · answer #9 · answered by danzka2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honest Government Officials. Now there's an oxymoron if I've ever heard one.
2006-11-18 22:16:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋