The American Way of Corruption

The American Way of Corruption...

Alleged charges of corruption apparently have been filed against Senator Ted Stevens (R.- Ak.), as we view the sight of almost a score of government agents winnowing through every nook and cranny in his Girdwood, Alaska house. They took photos of his wine collection and other possessions in the house. Reportedly, some of the articles have been removed from the house.

Supposedly, the house has been elevated, by building a new first story under the original first story of the house. Thus elevating our opinion of the type and level of corruption allegedly seen here.

Why are these alleged charges of corruption so serious?

Because of the way in which the apparent gains and benefits made to this house (is the house the only example of corruption in this case?), circumvented the laws and statutes of our land. Because of the have-nots who wonder where their next meal is coming from. Because of the homeless who wonder where they will find shelter tonight and tomorrow. Because of the poverty-stricken who wonder what they will do when the benefits run out. Because of the jobless and indigent who wonder where they will live when the half-million foreclosure notices come to their mailbox.

We should protest and howl at these alleged abuses and corruption and the monies spent. But we can't - we're too overwhelmed, too hungry, starving, sick and worried about what the next day will bring. And that is the real problem with the American Way of Corruption.