There aren't any simple solutions to the corruption and eternal incompetence that characterizes the halls of our current Congress. But the obvious first step is to Throw the Bums Out and replace them with competent, intelligent people who genuinely champion the true causes of this country and its people.

We don't need politicians who are just filling their pockets with the under-the-table dealings of politics while they search for personal power, fame and fortune. Throw Out these supposed representatives of the people who really support the issues of Big Business and ignore the real issues facing this country.

We need politicians -- at all levels -- who know how to take this country back from the greed-ridden grasp of Big Business and put our Democracy back on track! They need to function at all levels, have experienced life outside the penthouse and the mansion, and are capable of comprehending the real issues currently facing this country.

We need people with common sense and experience. People who, in the nature of our founding fathers, actually want to serve the citizens of this country. Serving in Congress should be an honor, not a lifetime career.

Our elected representatives are not, and should not, be considered above the masses. Our politicians need to live a life that is more in touch with the reality of the common man if they're going to make decisions affecting the tax-paying citizens of this country. They should not be receiving outrageous salaries and such unbelievable benefits as a lifetime pension with full healthcare after a single term in office!

Here are Some Suggestions for Reforming Congress

Reasonable Pay: A congressman should collect a salary while in office, but receive no pay once they are out of office.

No Pension: Members of Congress should participate in the Social Security program with the American people that they have been elected to represent. All funds in the Congressional retirement fund should be moved to the Social Security system. Members of Congress can develop their own alternative retirement plan, just like the rest of Americans do.

Members will lose their current healthcare system and participate in the same healthcare system as the American people,including during their retirement years.

Congress will no longer be allowed to vote themselves a salary increase or any other benefits. Pay raises and all benefits will be subject to a vote in a national election by the registered, tax-paying voters of this country.

All legislation will be single issue only with no special interest riders (pork earmarks).Any legislation passed by Congressshould require a review period during which time each congressman will be required to read and comprehend the entire legislation prior to a final vote.

All legislation passed will have a specified expiration date and require a review by Congress before a renewal or extension.

Members of Congress must abide by all laws they impose on the American people. No exceptions for the high ranking or ultra wealthy.

Members of Congress should be prohibited from signing contracts for lobbying or any other political purposes for five years after their terms in office. Existing contracts will be voided.

We need people with the foresight to set this country back on track in a positive direction for the future of the country.

What are the odds our current Congress could pass anything even close to these suggestions? All the more reason to start the campaign by Throwing the Bums Out!

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