POWER AND ETHICS

The allure of "power" has a corrupting influence.
Power in and of itself is not corruptive.
It is when power has no balance that it can take missteps.

We strive for balance in our daily routines.
In our diet, our finances, our time,we always carefully work towards balance.
In our personal lives we strive to acheive healthy balances.

On our City Commission, the checks and balances have been compromised for some in their quest for power. Therefore, let us be careful, when we vote for elected officials who are willing to find "consensus", that they do not compromise their principles in the ultimate search for agreement. The inner motives or "inner voice" should always be free from personal gain or directive.

It is the public who matters.

Both the neighborhoods and the business community should be seated at all tables of dialogue. I believe that government should play the role of a bridge between the two.
A symbiotic relationship must exist if we are to prosper together.
Today that bridge feels like its been blown apart and the influence lies with those who can pay for it.

My suggestion is that we, the voters, find the fair and balanced person we wish to represent us.

Balance in our life is essential to our health.
Balance in our government is required for a prosperous and growing City.

We love this City, so let’s treat ALL who live or work here with respect.
Let’s put civility back into our hearts and demonstrate balance in our decisions.
I implore our politicians, and candidates, to heal the broken trust that currently exist in the hearts and minds of the stakeholders of West Palm Beach.
This election is a chance to show we are civil and can speak to issues not personalities.
We can be examples of leadership, by demonstrating ethics in how we run in this race.

Many have heard the quote:
"Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely."
Lord Acton

There is another quote which can replace this one today:
"I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart,
I usually make the right decision."
Maya Angelou