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I'm just going to float an idea here. You know that I am quite upset at the spin, "dis-information," and mis-information that is part and parcel of our political system.
Why not have elected officials, candidates for office, and anyone speaking on behalf of the candidate or politician be required to swear to an oath of absolute honesty prior to any appearances before voters (TV, radio, in person, etc.).
Y'know the usual oath about swearing to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
Here's another way to look at it: the candidate, elected official, or their apologist swears to present to the American people at all times -
- nothing that is a lie;
- nothing that is composed of some known facts, but omits other known facts (oops, that would end the careers of the spin doctors); and,
- nothing that is composed of some facts coupled with some lies (which leads the American citizen to believe the lies are also true).
If any candidate or serving politician violates this oath, they could be immediately removed from office.
Just think about it - forced honesty from politicians. Sure, when pigs fly ... .
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