It describes the minimal ideal to which we all subscribe, it is not the ideal. The law safeguards our security. Another unfortunate loss of perspective happened in the Special Prosecutor's pursuit of Clinton's escapades, the politician's media show about the escapades, and the press reports of them. It amazes me how far politicians are willing to stoop. The public says it wants campains to be about issues.
Campaigners consistently preen for the camera with mud slinging shows.
The press climbs into the mud puddle and dutifully reports every muddy salvo. Campaign planners know that a camera shot of dirt means votes. The politicians and media sank to lowest common denominator sensationalism. I confess, I couldn't bring myself to vote in the recent election. It wasn't apathy.