Some of the best policy ideas are this dramatic. The problem is that our congress would never do something like this. For instance, a great way to clean up government corruption would be to make it illegal for corporations or foundations to contribute to politicians for campaigns or their non-profits. Instead, all citizens would be allowed to donate a fixed sum ($100 or so) per year to a candidate or party of their choice. Unfortunately, this would cut into congresses pay so it would never pass.
Some of the best policy ideas are this dramatic. The problem is that our congress would never do something like this. For instance, a great way to clean up government corruption would be to make it illegal for corporations or foundations to contribute to politicians for campaigns or their non-profits. Instead, all citizens would be allowed to donate a fixed sum ($100 or so) per year to a candidate or party of their choice. Unfortunately, this would cut into congresses pay so it would never pass.
frymastermeat 1 year ago