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Introduction

Chapter 1: Is Unethical Behavior in Politics a Serious Problem?

Chapter Preface

Unethical Behavior in Politics Demands Attention

Unethical Behavior Characterizes Washington, D.C.

Campaign Contributions Have Corrupted the Political Process

Political Muckraking Is Thriving

The Whitewater Affair Involved Corruption

Ethical Behavior Has Improved

Most Politicians Are Honest

Politicians Keep Their Promises

The Whitewater Affair Did Not Involve Corruption

Chapter 2: Is Unethical Behavior in Politics a Serious Problem?

Legislators and Lobbyists: An Overview

Contributions to Congressmembers Buy Their Influence

Legislators-Turned- Lobbyists Act Improperly

Gifts from Lobbyists Influence Legislators’ Actions

Congressmembers Are Too Solicitous of Lobbyist Contributions

Political Action Committees Benefit Politics

Lobbyists Provide a Useful Service

Lobbyists Benefit the Legislative Process

Chapter 3: Is Scrutiny of Politicians’ Character and Conduct Warranted?

Chapter Preface

A Politician’s Character Is Crucial

The President’s Character Should Be Scrutinized

Sexual Harassment by Politicians Should Be Condemned

Investigative Reporters Have Harmed Politics

The Media Should Not Sustain Rumors About Politicians

Media Coverage of the President’s Character Is Counterproductive

Chapter 4: Should Legal Measures Address Ethics in Politics?

Chapter Preface

Campaign Finance Reform Should Address Congressmembers’ Improper Spending

“Soft Money” Campaign Contributions Require Stronger Regulation

Congress Needs Improved Ethics Committees

The Federal Election Commission Should Be Overhauled

Congress Should Eliminate Its Special Privileges

Campaign Finance and Lobbying Reform Would Not Improve Ethics

Congressional Ethics Committees Should Be Abolished

Appearance Rules and Standards Have Harmed Government

The Special Prosecutor System Should Be Curtailed

Bibliography

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Study & Research Politicians and Ethics

This Study Guide consists of approximately 242 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Politicians and Ethics.