The party that is not in power or is losing power suddenly finds two things: its “morality” and its desire for fiscal responsibility.

For years I've thought distrusted politicians talking about morality, and I'm still really bothered by the concept of trying to legislate morality.

But of late, I've come to realize that what bothered me most was mostly pushing particular non universal "moral" concepts on others, like marital fidelity, religious beliefs, etc.

More fundamental moral issues, like respect for other points of view and honesty now seem really important these days, and I actually would like to see very basic moral and ethical issues raised forcefully.

The idea that all policitians, and for that matter, all people lie, is probably valid, but when its expressed to defend lies, I think the hypocrisy issue pales in comparison to the damage done by encouraging people to shrug off bad acts.

It shouldn’t be brought up at all because you can use the word evil to describe the opposite party when they just have a different thought process then you. What needs to be used is rationality.

Maybe our focus should be on their actual moral behaviors

Humanity=hypocrisy

It is more than a little amusing to hear dumtards blather on about morals, isn't it. lol

I don't know about Washington, but I think you might be speaking too generally. Maybe there are more specific morality topics you have in mind

Politics =hypocrisy

Politicians- morality
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