A Politician’s Purpose and the Necessity for Accountability

Many have the opinion that in today’s world, justice is best achieved through voting the politicians who represent the people. Governments are created to support the interests of their constituents. But what happens when governments and politicians do not act in the citizens’ interest? How can they be held accountable? Politicians should fulfill their advertised and advocated promises. Deceptive elected officials can lead to distrust and hinder the progression of their projected goals. Those holding office can be held accountable by speaking up and not remaining silent. As in the famous quote popularized during the 20th century American Civil Rights movement, to “speak truth to power.”

The first step is to reach out to the appointee or to contact their office and call them out. If there is disagreement with their actions or how they vote, tell them. Make it a habit to stay involved and follow the elected official. Then, attend events, marches, or rallies to remain vocal and help bring attention to the issue at hand. There is power in numbers; groups are harder to ignore and call more attention to politicians and their actions. Furthermore, the use of social media and the internet is a useful tool for spreading information and spotlighting posts that can gain traction. If those in power continue to mislead, vote them out at the next opportunity.