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22078, Just in response to one point:
Posted by janey, Mon Aug-14-00 12:33 PM
Would it in fact be appropriate for an elected official to turn against the interests of the very people who elected him/her? Really, now, would it? Isn't the whole idea of a representative government that we elect people who as closely as possible align with our viewpoints? And don't we get really angry with elected officials who don't follow through -- or don't follow through vehemently enough -- on their campaign promises?

Really, this is a serious question. Is it ever justifiable for an individual to accept public office and then turn his back on the very people that put him there?

Peace.