gusmac wrote:
Skull wrote:
Transparency of government is the way to make public officials responsible and accountable for the public interest. At the moment, the only thing they are serving is themselves and that of private interests.
Isn't that the nature of the beast though? Unless you ban all political donations, it's always going to be the case that those with money will buy influence, be it rich individuals like Griffen or Souter, big businesses or trade unions?
And if you did ban all such donations, how are political parties to be funded, without allegations of bribery etc?
Skull wrote:
As for achieving the above, it's a matter of public will. It matters not a jot who's running the show. It's always comes down to the same thing.
Yes it is a matter of public will.
A newly independent Scotland will have expectations of it's politicians that a disenchanted and disillusioned British public don't and wont. Whether that will translate into the accountability you seek is another matter. I think probably not, since nothing would really satisfy you.
I'm sure of one thing, it won't ever happen under the union. That shower of shecht can't even get rid of the House of Lords.
The likes of Griffen and Souter pale into insignificance under the eye of public scrutiny. They are then working for us, and if they want to reap their rewards, it's by making a Scotland fit for everyone to live in.
Oh and I agree. A newly independent Scotland would have certain expectations. The only thing is, we are not included as an equal partner in their master plan. Our opinions don't really count.
If the system doesn't change in the way, I have stated above, you can expect more of the same, and you can take that to the bank.
If it's any consolation Gusmac, I think your heart is in the right place, but unfortunately, you are dealing with the kind of people who don't even have a pulse.
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