Character in Politics

In the wake of the Clinton impeachment it seems important to ask ourselves how much the character of a politician or political candidate matters? Should we expect our political leaders to serve as moral leaders, as good role models to be emulated?

These Web links will help you investigate the topic of character and integrity in politics. There are links to sites concerned with character in general as well as sites which link you to statements about specific politicians and political candidates.

Common Cause -- Washington Watchdog - Ethics

Skeleton Closet: All the dirt on all the candidates.

WhiteHouse 2000: The Campaign: Lots of links.

Character Above All: An Exploration of Presidential Leadership

VoteSmart.Com(tm): Links to politicians, political parties and more.