You stopped here because you are concerned with congress and you want to know what reform is about or you want to know if you can do something about it.
Just speak to any of your friends and you will find they have a poor opinion of politicians including our members of congress.

I have been fortunate to have met some highly ethical members of congress. I do not believe they are all bad. But I do believe that we, the citizens have placed them in a very difficult situation where they are constantly tempted or pressured to cut corners.

Members of the House of Representatives must get re-elected every two years. They must be seeking campaign donations constantly or they will be bounced out. The senate stays for 4 years but the expense for campaigns is enormous so it is easy for interest groups with large donations available to help and exert their influence.

I want to help you find locations that will give you a background of the problem and places where you can go to do something about resolving the issue. First will be Campaign Finance sites and then there will be a list of sites related to Congressional Ethics Reform. If you would like to submit sites you may send your suggestions to sendtostew@bigfoot.com We give preference to sites that do not attack a special person or group. Enough sites that are non-partisan will hopefully be found so visitors of any party will feel comfortable visiting the listed sites. Thank you for your suggestions and feed back.

CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM

Information about PAC money contributed to members.
Hoover Institute Review of Campaign finance Reform
A national student organization focused on campaign finance reform.
The Campaign Finance Institute provides research and education.
The impact of money on congressional elections. Database of donors.
Money Line comments about the reform subject.





CONGRESSIONAL ETHICS REFORM

Visit the Congressional Accountability Project
Suggested methods for cleaning up corruption.
Newly elected members of congress and source of funds.
League of Women Voters list of reform goals.
View of corruption from the right.

MEN AND WOMEN WHO ARE WILLING TO SERVE THEIR COUNTRY IN THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Salary range is $168,500 to $212,000.
A generous office budget is provided.
Generous retirement benefits, up to 80% of base salary.


Your duties will be to represent your state for 6 years as a senator or represent the citizens of your district for 2 years. You may run for reelection at the end of each term.

The citizens who elect you expect you to give their needs and safety the highest priority. If you place the wishes of lobby groups or those who offer large contributions above the voters you might not be re-elected.

You are asked to understand and believe in the constitution of the United States and support its directives and in rare cases update them.

You are expected to hold hearings and pass legislation that will remove the influence of large cash contributions and lobbying pressures on members of congress. You will evaluate the possibility of federal financing of campaigns.
You will hold hearings and find ways to reform the complex federal tax code.

You are expected to speak truthfully to your constituents and not mislead them with statements that benefit you or your campaign at the expense of constituents.

When you approve increases in your retirement above $11,000 per month remember the people who voted for you must exist on $1,000 per month.

You will show respect for the office and conduct yourself in a manner that is of the highest standards.

To apply, register with your local office of the political party you prefer. If you do not receive support from your party, help us to elect members who agree to the above principles and this will force your party to recognize your ideals.

You stopped here because you are concerned with congress and you want to know what reform is about or you want to know if you can do something about it.
Just speak to any of your friends and you will find they have a poor opinion of politicians including our members of congress.

I have been fortunate to have met some highly ethical members of congress. I do not believe they are all bad. But I do believe that we, the citizens have placed them in a very difficult situation where they are constantly tempted or pressured to cut corners.

Members of the House of Representatives must get re-elected every two years. They must be seeking campaign donations constantly or they will be bounced out. The senate stays for 4 years but the expense for campaigns is enormous so it is easy for interest groups with large donations available to help and exert their influence.

I want to help you find locations that will give you a background of the problem and places where you can go to do something about resolving the issue. First will be Campaign Finance sites and then there will be a list of sites related to Congressional Ethics Reform. If you would like to submit sites you may send your suggestions to sendtostew@bigfoot.com We give preference to sites that do not attack a special person or group. Enough sites that are non-partisan will hopefully be found so visitors of any party will feel comfortable visiting the listed sites. Thank you for your suggestions and feed back.

CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM

Information about PAC money contributed to members.
Hoover Institute Review of Campaign finance Reform
A national student organization focused on campaign finance reform.
The Campaign Finance Institute provides research and education.
The impact of money on congressional elections. Database of donors.
Money Line comments about the reform subject.





CONGRESSIONAL ETHICS REFORM

Visit the Congressional Accountability Project
Suggested methods for cleaning up corruption.
Newly elected members of congress and source of funds.
League of Women Voters list of reform goals.
View of corruption from the right.