As I have watched this presidential campaign in progress, I am concerned that we as a country are not thinking clearly as to all of the consequences of our choices. Most of us have been united in trying to get money out of politics ever since the U.S. Supreme Court made the “Citizens United” decision, and yet there is only one candidate who is fighting for campaign finance reform.
The other one is trying to buy the presidency with his own money and boasts about it. And last month he hired the far-right political operative behind the “Citizens United” campaign as his deputy campaign manager. Some working on his staff are quitting because they haven’t been paid. What does that say about how much he really will work for the poor and middle class?
Compare where each candidate has used their money in their foundations or in giving to charity. That will tell where their emphasis will be. It’s not how much money they receive but how they use the money that is important to know when choosing a leader.
May we all give some serious thought as to why we are supporting a particular candidate for any office. Their past life experiences and how they use their money will tell a lot about what is important to them.
Dottie Villesvik
Everett
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