Assignment 2 It May Not Work in Politics

Charles Rangel was charged with approximately 11 different charges by the Ethics committee and was found guilty (Schneider, 2012). He had been accused of the failure to affirm the hundreds of thousands of his private possessions that where connected to his financial state reports, failure to contribute to the payment of taxes both within the federal and state settings on the rental earnings in regard to distinct properties that he owned and the fact that he assisted in guarding those that were evading revenue payment to the administration which was worth thousands of dollars. In this case, the committee found his conduct to be highly unethical given that he failed to uphold his responsibilities and violated the set principles (Schneider, 2012). In my opinion, I do agree with the made judgment fully. This is because his conduct was not pleasing is regard to ethics. As an individual who was supported to guard the wellness of the government, he made the decision of violating his working principles and the law.

I do believe that being part of the policy developers Rangel ought to have been the best example to the general public so that they would copy his behaviors. He would have played part in the payment of taxes and ensured that he did not take part in receiving any form of bribery from the groups that held no positive interest for the economy. This decision by the Congress increased by the trust since regardless of who one is disrespecting the law should not just be assumed. Everyone should be accountable for their wrong practices.

Third party presidential contestants have never been successful for a number of reasons. In that to begin with the public hold the notion that the candidate is less influential and have no chances of winning (Green, 2010). This candidate also can never succeed since 270 elect votes are required which they can never acquire from the Congress which is dominated by Republicans and Democrats (Green, 2010). On the other hand, they have less access to government funding for campaigns and other materials. The political misapprehension among the public hinders their capability also. If a third candidate won the election this would affect both the republicans and democratic parties politically since their power of passing bills would be minimal. This would, therefore, require them to collaborate in ensuring success. Their political influence would also be minimized.

One of the most pressing issues in America today is gun control (Corris, 2015). For the longest period, America has been trying to fight against violence which is fueled by the increased ownership as well as guns sales (Corris, 2015). In this context state and federal authorities have the obligation of regulating and implementing the law to minimize the effect of this issue. In that, the issue cannot be addressed adequately without having adequate measures that seek to account for the effects and the most effective strategies for eliminating violence and guns landing in the wrong hands. Some states have already approved the law where prior to being a seller or buyer assessment must be done and reports sent to the administrative authorities. In my opinion, I do not believe that the American constitution limits the state and federal authorities from addressing the use. In fact, it offers support. In that, thy have the power to develop laws and implement them based on the effects and nature of the particular issue.

 

 

 

 

References

Corris, P. (2015). Gun Control - Book 40 - Cliff Hardy. Sydney, Australia: Allen and Unwin.

Green, D. J. (2010). Third-party matters: Politics, presidents, and third parties in American history. Santa Barbara, Calif: Praeger.

Schneider, J. (2012). Congressional deskbook: The practical and comprehensive guide to congress, sixth edition. Place of publication not identified: Thecapitol Net, Inc.