To remain the world’s greatest democracy, we must retain the spirit of the founding fathers when they drafted the constitution; to ensure the best government for the people, by the people.

It is essential to the national interest to reveal potential conflicts of interest on issues critical to national security. We must require appropriate disclosure around possible influence by nation states, multinational corporations, individuals and special interests.

Only by strengthening the selection process for high office will we rebuild the people’s faith in all three branches of government.