The purpose of this blog is to open a dialog with other people who believe as I do, that a serious readjustment of the operation of our society is in order. I also want to speak with people who think things are fine just the way they are. Restructuring does not mean rewriting the Constitution, it does not mean throwing out the law books. It does, however, require an active, not passive, electorate.
A prime example of readjustment means reorienting the relationship between our government and its citizens. It means reestablishing a more direct dialog with our elected representatives. It does not mean pitchforks and mobs in the streets. Our governments at all levels are collectively employed by the citizens. As such, the individual workers in government, whether elected, appointed or civil servant, should be held accountable to the citizens for their actions. Those who serve in an elected capacity must adhere to their lawful responsibilities. It is up to the citizens to remind our officials that they have been elected to serve, not to create a career.
A great hinderance to direct contact with our elected representatives is the more than doubling of the US population since the end of WorldWar II. That means a dilution of access a single voter can enjoy. This situation has lead to an increase in the power and number of lobbying groups aiming to influence the outcome of legislation benefitting "special interests" and lessens the influence of private citizens.
Restructuring cannot and should not be done too rapidly. It will take careful, consistent adherence to principles. It must not be change for the sake of change. Citizens will be required, if things are to improve, to inform themselves as to the actions of their elected officials. It is mandatory to be involved if things are to be restructured. If action is left to others, one might not like the new way any better.
In the following days, many subjects will be discussed. I invite your respectful comments.
If you are interested in pursuing the subject of rational thinking, check out this url:
http://www.uwgb.edu/dutchs/PSEUDOSC/Abelard%20for%20Today.HTM
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