Posted by
Tim on Sunday, December 30, 2007 2:25:05 PM
This is just a quick note. I've noticed that more and more often politicians do not do the obvious will of the People. For example, in New Jersey, Fuhrer Corzine has not only abolished Capital Punishment (something never open to voters), but even worse, when the People are given such a subject to vote upon, the totalitarian governor does what he wishes against their will, namely the stem-cell amendment. The People said no, the Fuhrer said he's going ahead with it anyway. Um...the word "traitor" and "enemy of the State" come to mind.
Anyway, the root of this problem is that, once elected, the People do not have an effective check against such treasons. Sure they could try impeachment, but that is a long, drawn-out process, which allows the official to continue on his agenda. Not to mention the cost to taxpayers. Ultimately, the People, when faced with such a tyrant, have to wait out his term.
Here's my work-in-progress suggestion. Every election, the People vote on major issues as well as candidates (regardless of which offices are being voted.) In this way, the People can hold ALL politicians accountable for not passing something which the people desire.
Hypothetical. Let's say that in the upcoming election one of the issues is Free Trade: the repeal of NAFTA. The People vote and they are 80% for the repeal. Just for fun, let's say Clinton is elected ("it's the End I tell you!"). Now, "President Clinton" as well as ALL other elected officials to include Congress and the Senate must perform the will of the People, or face immediate dismissal. They will be held accountable.
I know this is simplistic. Obviously, if we have a 52 - 48 vote, there could be trouble. As I mentioned, it is a work in progress, and Constitutional agreement must be researched. However, I can think of no more effective way to empower the People against special interests.
Stay tuned.