(December 27, 2011 at 8:38 pm)Rhythm Wrote: Honestly, it wouldn't matter if public service was pro bono, the money isn't in the salary.
I know this
. But at least it would show some initiative to get the money out of the system.
They should have to live a very modest lifestyle, as to not be influenced by money. No insider trading like they do now, no "trips" with lobbyist. Lobbying should be illegal in many aspects, as well as campaign reform. We have to start somewhere.
I know I would. Id wave the salary down to a minimum wage, just to make a point.
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