Transparency for Thee…

Transparency is one of those words that has been around for a very long time but has only just gained momentum in its usage over the last few years. 

Transparency means being out in plain view. It means others can clearly see your actions to understand your motives. 

This word is very common in the political realm. Everyone demands transparency. Until. 

Transparency is desired until your actions and motives are clearly visible. And since it has recently come to light how our taxes pay for projects and programs that have not been transparent, yes…I’m outraged. 

I don’t mind sharing that I am a registered republican but I have voted outside my party on occasion. This time I voted for someone who promised transparency and accountability. And I think the majority of citizens voted this same way. 

I have spent this winter watching legislative, oversight, investigative, and confirmation hearings. I have noted the overwhelming attitude of transparency and accountability pertain to thee but not to me. 

I’ve discovered that very important documents have been disposed of before the other side of the aisle could investigate them. I’ve watched as many cannot explain where the money went. I’ve watched as the questioning appears to come from a mindset of “I need to make sure this person doesn’t come after me.”

I voted for the cleanup of our government. I voted for transparency and accountability from every branch of  government. We should all expect that. Our constitution was written for a transparent government. And for a small government. 

I see this in church organizations as well. A congregation may begin with the right intention but soon they’ve created so many committees that it seems people lose track of why they come together in the first place. Committees argue amongst themselves and with other committees. Each want their cut from the treasury while each believe theirs is the worthier cause. Same song as in government. I think the whole thing is nonsense, not to mention detrimental.

Church and government…start small, stay small. Keep focused and on track with the whole purpose for existing. My opinion. 

I’m appalled at the report of what Elon Musk has uncovered about the millions of taxpayer dollars spent for outrageous programs. No, we do not need to spend $50 million (or whatever absurd amount) on transgendering animals. This makes me sick on so many levels. And it should you as well. That’s only one perverted use of our money that has finally been made transparent. Now for accountability. I’m all in for that. 

But the other side of the aisle doesn’t want any of this revealed. Shame on them. They will go after the undercover-er but not admit their wrong-doings. Absolutely no accountability. It’s apparent they have much invested in shady deals and other disturbing projects that they clearly want hidden from us. Billions have been recklessly spent on corruption…and with total disregard for those of us who provide the money. 

Transparency and accountability. I want this. The American people deserve this. While many are scraping by to live day by day, we have those in powerful places who want to stifle these findings to keep us in the dark. Just keep working to fund their greed and darkness. That’s their agenda. Another word that makes headlines anymore. 

Our government is broken. No matter your political stance, you should be appalled by how our money is being spent. Every department in government needs to be transparent and held accountable. We forget who works for who. What a sad place we’ve found ourselves. But I am grateful for what is being uncovered. And I’m looking forward to brighter days for our country.

♥️

Andi