It seems to me that, as leaders charged with setting the course of this country, you have lost your way. The path set by our forefathers was direct and clear but is now lined with distractions, false promises, self-interest and corruption. You need help.
As a taxpayer, I expect more from you than I am receiving. To assist you in righting the ship, this list will remind you of what is important to us, the American People of whom you speak so often, but barely know.
This guide serves two purposes: 1. To remind you of your duty, 2. To arm you with the knowledge that guides my vote for you in any upcoming election.
A word to the wise – do not dismiss this as words from the fringe. The majority of Americans feel the same way.
1. Stop saying you are “fighting for me” or “looking out for” me. I am self sufficient and need neither.
2. Stop telling me something must be done “for the children”, “for senior citizens”, “for the disenfranchised” or any other group. Tell me you are doing it for “Americans” because that is what we all are.
3. Stop pointing fingers at the past. What is done is done. Point toward the future and get things done.
4. I need to hear from you more often, not just when you are running for re-election and want money from me.
5. Put my needs as an American first and foremost above your own self-interest or political career.
6. Remember that you serve at my discretion and direction, not the other way around.
7. Move the government to the side and let us out here where it really counts get busy.
8. Don’t spend half your time running for re-election. Let your actions as my representative be your best campaign fund raiser.
9. Give me the facts and not what you think I should or need to hear. I determine that, not you.
10. Finally, don’t whizz on my boots and tell me it is raining. I expect honesty and integrity from you at all times, public and private. Do not underestimate my ability to discern fact from fiction.
When it comes time to vote, I will remember if you followed my directive. I will not cast my ballot for anyone, first-timer or incumbent alike, who does not understand and live the difference between a politician and an elected representative.
