I have seen a lack of leaders who know what their job limits are lately. Most of those elected fail to realize their purpose is to operate the government; not our lives.
At www.bruceforme.com has a blog which Bruce Poliquin posts on. His July 16th post reads:
As the sides align supporting or opposing the recent law allowing gay marriage, I am glad to see this issue will be decided by the people of Maine.
Frankly, I am uncomfortable with the state legislature or the Governor being the last word on social issues. When it comes to an issue of conscience, it is best that the people of Maine have a vote.
I strongly believe that government should not involve itself in social issues like abortion and gay marriage. As Governor, I will do everything in my power to refer such issues to the ballot so that the people of Maine can ultimately make the decision.
Excerpt over. Bruce Poliquin recognizes the limits and understands the purpose of government. We need leaders who can do those two things now more than ever. Consider the following quote from Pat Blanchette of the Bangor City Council: "There are so many things the public doesn't know; nor should they. That's why they elect us."
The people people in office are not elected to keep secrets. They are elected to do a service to the citizens of this country. A government can't be working for the people if the people are not allowed to know what it is doing. I urge Bruce Poliquin (and all leaders anywhere) to cover their decisions weekly as much as they cover their campaigns. I should clarify this does not mean campaign while in office: replace slogans with facts.
I will use facts AS my slogans so that clarifying and back tracking that occurs so often during elections can be reduced to a minimum and keep the discussion focused on the solutions instead of the way a certain wording offends someone or confuses others.
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