Government Accountability

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Accountability is a critical component of a functioning government. Without it, politicians can act with impunity, making decisions that benefit themselves or their financial supporters rather than serving the best interests of the people they were elected to represent.

When politicians are confident that they will be re-elected no matter what they do, there is little incentive for them to act responsibly or to be accountable for their actions.

When politicians are beholden to corporate cash like our leaders today are, they prioritize the interests of corporations over those of the general public.

The only laws that get passed are those that make someone money.

Corporations have enormous resources at their disposal, which they can use to influence politicians to further their own agendas. This can lead to policies that benefit corporations at the expense of the public, such as tax breaks, deregulation, and other forms of corporate welfare.

Our Unaccountable Government Causes All Kinds of Problems

A government like ours that isn’t accountable to voters causes so many problems for all of us. Accountability is a critical aspect of democratic governance that ensures that elected officials are responsible for their actions and decisions.

When a government is not accountable to voters, corruption and abuse of power aren’t far behind. Our elected officials act in their interests and do not care about the best interests of their constituents or the country. Oftentimes they are actively acting against the public interest. We only get policies that benefit a select few.

Some of the many problems our unaccountable leaders are causing:

Are We Headed for Another World War?

It's a scary time to be alive. Is WWIII around the corner? Will humans ever stop killing each other? Is peace just a fantasy?

Crime and Violence

Increasing crime is devastating communities across the country. People are scared. Budgets are stretched. Prisons are full. Is there a better way?

Division Like Crazy!

We have got to deal with the division in the country. The path we're on is not sustainable. How did we get here? What can we do? Can it be

Gerrymandering: Making a Mockery of Democracy since 1812

Partisan gerrymandering doesn't reflect the will of the people. Entrenched political powers decide their voters instead of the other way around.

Government Inefficiency

The government is bad at most things.

Gridlock

Gridlock is the law of the land. Government hasn't done anything of value in years. But all is not lost. We can demand accountability.

Incompetent Leaders

How did we end up with a kakistocracy - a government run by the worst, most corrupt people?

Inequality

Inequality is one of the more important problems we're facing in America. Most of us are being left behind as more and more wealth accumulates at the top.

Poverty

So much poverty in America is unacceptable. We are wasting lives and there is no need for it. Alleviating poverty should be a national priority.

So Much Anger

We are all FURIOUS! So much anger and hate is destroying the country. Why are we all so angry? What can we do to get it under control?

The Federal Debt: Our Trillion-Dollar Problem

The federal debt is too high. We are more tha $30 TRILLION in the hole, and are paying bililons on interest. This cannot continue.

The Health Care Crisis

The Health Care system is terribly broken and is costing us a fortune. We can do better.

The High Cost of Living

Increased costs are devastating communities across the country. What's behind the increase in costs, and what can we do about it?

A lack of accountability in government results in policies that are poorly designed and implemented. Without the fear of losing their positions, elected officials could care less about creating effective policies that meet the needs of the people they serve.

Our government is less transparent and less responsive to the needs and desires of its citizens. This has resulted in a total lack of trust in government institutions and decreased participation in the democratic process. We all feel powerless to affect change. Apathy and disengagement from civic life are the results.

The American government today has zero respect for our human rights and civil liberties.

There are Many Reasons Our Government is Not Accountable to Us

The lack of accountability in our leadership can be attributed to many causes, including weak democratic institutions, corruption, limited access to information, lack of civic engagement, authoritarianism, political polarization, and a lack of political will.

There are many reasons our elected officials do not care about us:

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An Inept, Lazy and Compromised Media

The news media is devastating our country. Anger, division and distractions rule the day, and it's not good for anyone. Just how bad is it?

Corruption

Corruption has devastating consequences and fighting it is vital to a better future.

Lobbying – Just Super Lame

Money in government is really messing things up. Learn about lobbying and how it is destroying America.

Our Broken Election System

Democracy depends on the election system to provide accountability. That is not happening. The system is broken. Here's why.

Regulatory Capture – When Corporations Control The Government

Corporations and politicians work together to harm the general public so that they can squeeze a few more pennies of profit.

The Influence of Money in Government

Big money circulating in Washington is destroying the country. Elected officials aren't responsible to the people, and only care about their bank accounts.

The Leadership Vacuum: Our Politicians are Worthless and the Media Lies

Nobody is in charge. There are zero adults in the room. Bad times. Real Bad.

Addressing these causes is critical to creating a system of governance that prioritizes the needs and interests of its citizens.

Accountable Officials Can Help Us Reach Our Most Important Goals

If American leaders were truly accountable to the people they serve, the country would undoubtedly be in a much better place. When leaders are accountable, they are more likely to prioritize the needs and interests of their constituents, rather than their self-interest. This would lead to better policy decisions that benefit the majority of Americans, not just a select few.

Accountability can help to prevent corruption and abuse of power, ensuring that leaders act with integrity and transparency. Citizens would feel more engaged and empowered in the democratic process, leading to greater trust in government institutions. Ultimately, a more accountable government would lead to a stronger, more stable, and more prosperous America.

A Functioning Government

Our government must function properly. Find out why it's so important to have a functioning government today!

Competent Leaders

Is it too much to ask for real leadership? Having adults in the room would go a long way toward making things better. Can we do it?

More Accountability

Increased accountability can drive progress. Lack of consequences for wrongdoing are detrimental. More accountability is crucial for a better future.

Real News: Unbiased Sources of Information

A functioning Democracy requires a trustworthy media. We can't hold the powerful accountable if we don't know what's happening. We need real news.

Transparency

Transparency is a valuable resource that can help build trust, promote accountability, and create a more just and equitable society.

Strategies to Increase Government Accountability

If we want a functioning government, we need to hold politicians accountable for their actions (or lack thereof). We need them to be subject to oversight and scrutiny from the media, the public, and other branches of government. It means that they must be held to high ethical standards and punished if they engage in unethical behavior or violate the law.

We need to reduce the influence of corporate money in politics, there must be strict regulations on political donations and lobbying.

We need to ensure that politicians are working for the people they represent, rather than serving the interests of their wealthy donors.

Ways to increase government accountability:

Building A Better Government: How to Create a Country We Can Be Proud Of

It's not too late to save America. There's still time to prevent this wonderful country from falling into chaos. But we need to act. And fast.

Close the Carried Interest Loophole

Effectively closing the carried interest loophole is a critical measure to create a more equitable and balanced economy.

ESG Claims Need Transparency: Lobbying Disclosure is the First Step

Corporations need to be clear and honest about how they impact the government.

Getting Money Out of Government

Reducing the influence of money on Washington is imperative if there is any hope of the government ever truly representing us.

Increasing Accountability: How to Hold the Powerful Responsible

Only by putting pressure on our leaders can we hope their behavior to change. Increasing accountability is vital to progress.

Reducing the Federal Debt

We've got to reduce the federal debt. We waste too much money on interest payments. The debt is dragging the country down. But we can do it!

Reform the FIRE Sector

The FIRE sector is one of the most corrupt aspects of America. We've got to root out and prosecute the corrupt elements.

Reform the Media

A drastic overhaul of the media landscape is essential for making progress. We can't move forward if we don't know where we are. Reform the Media Now.

Vote Out Career Politicians

We need change in Washington. Voting out the politicians who have been there the longest is a blunt but useful strategy to affect change.

Voting Better

By becoming better voters we create a government that represents our collective values.

Our unaccountable government is destroying what should be a wonderful country. From corruption and abuse of power to poorly designed policies, decreased transparency, and limited respect for human rights and civil liberties, the future is not looking great.

To maintain a functional and democratic government, politicians must be held to high ethical standards, subject to oversight and scrutiny, and not beholden to corporate cash. Strong accountability mechanisms are essential for ensuring that elected officials act in the best interests of the public and that citizens have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives.

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Government Accountability

Our Unaccountable Government Causes All Kinds of Problems

There are Many Reasons Our Government is Not Accountable to Us

Accountable Officials Can Help Us Reach Our Most Important Goals

Strategies to Increase Government Accountability

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