Overview: As all realize, the US is a Constitutional Republic, not a Democracy. So why do most continue to reference the ‘Great Experiment’ using the descriptor, ‘Democracy.’ The answer is relatively easy to understand. The formalities of a Constitutional Republic involve a written Constitution that protects individual rights in many cases. It limits the power […]
Democracy vs Authoritarianism
Overview: The development of government systems has been a continuing dilemma for the entire existence of mankind. As populations increased and the need for some form of societal rules developed, this quest has been ongoing and contested. It was as basic as survival in its original form and the evolution naturally moved to an authoritarian […]
Adam Smith Presentation
Adam Smith announces a Public Speaking program designed for major conferences to highlight the Mission of the Association to Improve Government. Author of Mystery Trilogy, “The Freedom Flaw” This 30-to-45-minute presentation is intended to both entertain and challenge your attendees. Perfect for a conference looking for an interesting interlude to amuse and interest associates. […]
Public Action by Adam Smith
Adam Smith has just published the 3rd novel of a trilogy, ‘The Freedom Flaw.’ The assassination of the leader of a movement to eliminate corruption in government and the exposure of a successful conspiracy to highjack the U.S. Congress continues as the Canadian professor and former spy steps in to lead the mission of his […]
Public Discovery by Adam Smith
Adam Smith has just published the 2nd novel of a trilogy. Continuing the story exposing a conspiracy to hijack the US Congress and the assassination in book 1. (Public Deception) The Canadian professor and former spy assumes the role of the assassinated victim to lead the Congressional Research Institute’s mission to reduce corruption in Washington. […]
Mail-In Voting
The current controversy over the issue of mail-in voting seems to be universally missing the most important aspect of the question. A Mail-In Ballot is the equivalent of an Open Ballot when viewed appropriately. Picture the following situations: A dominant spouse standing over their partner and via mental or physical abuse coercing their partner into […]
The Supreme Court appointment of Brett Kavanaugh
Outcome: On October 6th, the Senate Voted 50 to 48 to confirm the nominee to the court. One Republican was absent and one declined to vote so the total votes cast equaled 98. The makeup of the body is Republicans 51 and Democrats 49 so given the missing senator, a purely party line vote should […]
The Secret Ballot – Anti-Corruption Bill
Objective: This change in the rules of all government organizations is proposed to significantly reduce the opportunities for individuals, organizations, special interest groups, elected officials and appointed parties to corrupt the decision process of a representative democracy. Proposed Rule Change: All decisions in all government organizations that are decided by a vote of elected or […]
Representative Democracy – The Math and the Myth
Most of us understand the concept of a representative government since the idea is simple. Actually doing the business of government takes a lot of work. Bills, legislation and laws require conceptualizing, writing, debating, revising, reviewing and passing. All of these activities are work and we elect representatives to do this work for us. Trying […]
Change Your World
Adam Smith has launched his first YouTube video for the Association to Improve Government. The 13 minute presentation uses a historically accurate, fictional story to highlight the mission of the organization in a simple and straightforward manner. Much of the factual data included was first highlighted by the Congressional Research Institute and has been used […]