Problem is anyone that is up in that place (swamp) for so long gets corrupted. Regardless of how good you start out being. Two things that would fix it all instantly, prosecute corruption (we agree here for sure) and then they DO NOT GET PAID TO SERVE. This is how it use to be so no one wanted to stay longer than needed. No one should go up to Washington and leave several times richer.
Anyone who adds millions to their net worth while in Congress is highly suspect.
It 'can' happen honestly, but often times it does not.
Multiplying your net worth should be a huge red flag that triggers a mandatory investigation and detailed documentation available for transparent public review.
I would argue only one of your points... People should be paid to serve, but only a modest amount. If you make it a 'no pay' job, then the only people who can serve are those who are independently wealthy (or 'otherwise financially backed'). Modest salaries would work, and still allow 'common folk' to serve.
Problem is anyone that is up in that place (swamp) for so long gets corrupted. Regardless of how good you start out being. Two things that would fix it all instantly, prosecute corruption (we agree here for sure) and then they DO NOT GET PAID TO SERVE. This is how it use to be so no one wanted to stay longer than needed. No one should go up to Washington and leave several times richer.
Anyone who adds millions to their net worth while in Congress is highly suspect.
It 'can' happen honestly, but often times it does not.
Multiplying your net worth should be a huge red flag that triggers a mandatory investigation and detailed documentation available for transparent public review.
I would argue only one of your points... People should be paid to serve, but only a modest amount. If you make it a 'no pay' job, then the only people who can serve are those who are independently wealthy (or 'otherwise financially backed'). Modest salaries would work, and still allow 'common folk' to serve.