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In reply to the discussion: Lawmakers Pass Bill to Force Trump to Release Tax Returns or Be Left Off Ballot [View all]SWBTATTReg
(24,245 posts)I think (and I know a lot of DUers believe it too) that rump is clearly influenced quite a bit by his business interests over those that concern the country more. Far more partial to his business interests that our country's.
By removing these potential conflicts of interest, we eliminate potentially disruptive influences from the whole legislative and/or executive branches of government.
Still need to rein in the dark money surrounding the election process too, as well addressing Citizen's United which pretty well opened the floodgates to a lot of dark money.
I don't want billionaires and millionaires making all of the laws in this country nor do I want them in charge 100% of picking and / or hiring all of the people to enforce such laws, for I feel like they are discriminatory in their enforcement of selective laws in some cases. Perhaps a wealth clause in those who wish to run for president and / or congress?
The highest office in the land shouldn't be treated like a boardroom of a major corporation or business. This office serves ALL Americans, regardless of their status in life, from the beggar on the street to the corporate billionaire in their jet. All treated equally.