We also need a stronger code of conduct, similar to that judges are required to obey.  We still have corrupt judges, but the rules permit us a process for removal. 

If a judge decided a case involving a girlfriend, a major contributor, a close friend or a family member, he or she would be disciplined or removed. When someone in Congress does that, it's a day ending in the letter "y".

A comprehensive approach would involve public financing without caps, restricting lobbying to open public venues, a ban on gifts or favors and rules requiring recusal for obvious conflicts of interest.

by Dogger on 02/28/2008 11:45:33 PM EST

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