Science Forums 2

[questor]

You are totally correct that there should be a new way to elect a president
and the thrust should be to save time, money, and have a firm understanding
of that individuals plans for the country. Politics is rapidly degenerating into
a tyranny of the minority, where the most needy and vociferous interest groups control the election. Winning candidates are those that promise the largest handouts to those that think they have a ''right'' to the fruits of other folks labor. If you have listened to the current political debates, it's all about how much money can be thrown at problems rather than a way to solve the problem. This is what results from right brain thinking--pie in the sky attempts
to solve problems that need an in depth diagnosis and a rational solution.
As far as electing a president, here is my solution:
1. the election will be paid for by a $1. poll tax from all voters
2. no outside contributions will be allowed
3. the campaigning period will be six months
4. a list of the 20-30 most important issues of the day will be published and each candidate will state his position on that issue with an estimate of it's cost
5. each candidate will get six appearances on TV to explain his positions.
6. negative ads will not be allowed, but the political history of each candidate can be presented
7. voting machines and procedures will be nationally standardized.