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In reply to the discussion: Krugman: Recession ‘gratuitous’ because if Congress created jobs program it ‘would all be over’ [View all]BlueNoteSpecial
(141 posts)...the Office of Citizens Oversight. Since We can no longer trust most representatives elected to serve the People, We the People need to serve ourselves. This entity could be staffed through a nationwide jury pool type system, with a strong, stern set of qualifiers. I guarantee a motivated, and interested citizenry. Since there are roughly 13,000 registered lobbyists in DC, I believe a staff of roughly 30,000 would be a start. Every committee meeting, every lobbyist meeting, every single situation where the privileged/corporate elite have access, 3 OCO officers are to be present. NO backroom deals made without 3 members present. I'm sure it could be done, in spite of the heavy lifting. I'll also be so bold as to say that support from trusted reps. such as Mrs. Warren, Mrs. Pelosi, along w/ Mssrs. Brown, Grayson, Kucinich, etc. would give it a fighting chance. I'm sure someone a hell of a lot smarter than me has floated this type of idea. It could be achieved.