Political ethics

[Historyphil 10]

Hello, Questions to ask politicos of any party, do they know about the Nolan Principles, if not why should I vote for you? If you know do you agree with Nolan or have reservations? will you ethically tie themselves to employ the Nolan Principles in your political career? ?

 

The Nolan Principles The Seven Principles of Public Life were defined by the Committee for Standards in Public Life .

 

They are:

 

• Selflessness Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest. They should not do so in order to gain financial or other benefits for themselves, their family or their friends.

 

• Integrity Holders of public office should not place themselves under any financial or other obligation to outside individuals or organisations that might seek to influence them in the performance of their official duties.

 

• Objectivity In carrying out public business, including making public appointments, awarding contracts, or recommending individuals for rewards and benefits, holders of public office should make choices on merit.

 

• Accountability Holders of public office are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public and must submit themselves to whatever scrutiny is appropriate to their office.

 

• Openness Holders of public office should be as open as possible about all the decisions and actions that they take. They should give reasons for their decisions and restrict information only when the wider public interest clearly demands it.

 

• Honesty Holders of public office have a duty to declare any private interests relating to their public duties and to take steps to resolve any conflicts arising in a way that protects the public interest.

 

• Leadership Holders of public office should promote and support these principles by leadership and example.

[crookedspire 10]

Politics what do I think? Its a load of rubbish!

[tinfoilhat 11]

Hello, Questions to ask politicos of any party, do they know about the Nolan Principles, if not why should I vote for you? If you know do you agree with Nolan or have reservations? will you ethically tie themselves to employ the Nolan Principles in your political career? ?

 

The Nolan Principles The Seven Principles of Public Life were defined by the Committee for Standards in Public Life .

 

They are:

 

• Selflessness Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest. They should not do so in order to gain financial or other benefits for themselves, their family or their friends.

 

• Integrity Holders of public office should not place themselves under any financial or other obligation to outside individuals or organisations that might seek to influence them in the performance of their official duties.

 

• Objectivity In carrying out public business, including making public appointments, awarding contracts, or recommending individuals for rewards and benefits, holders of public office should make choices on merit.

 

• Accountability Holders of public office are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public and must submit themselves to whatever scrutiny is appropriate to their office.

 

• Openness Holders of public office should be as open as possible about all the decisions and actions that they take. They should give reasons for their decisions and restrict information only when the wider public interest clearly demands it.

 

• Honesty Holders of public office have a duty to declare any private interests relating to their public duties and to take steps to resolve any conflicts arising in a way that protects the public interest.

 

• Leadership Holders of public office should promote and support these principles by leadership and example.

 

If any high level politician in the history of the world had all 7 I'd be staggered.

[Alcoblog 10]

Hello, Questions to ask politicos of any party, do they know about the Nolan Principles, if not why should I vote for you? If you know do you agree with Nolan or have reservations? will you ethically tie themselves to employ the Nolan Principles in your political career? ?

 

The Nolan Principles The Seven Principles of Public Life were defined by the Committee for Standards in Public Life .

 

They are:

 

• Selflessness Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest. They should not do so in order to gain financial or other benefits for themselves, their family or their friends.

 

• Integrity Holders of public office should not place themselves under any financial or other obligation to outside individuals or organisations that might seek to influence them in the performance of their official duties.

 

• Objectivity In carrying out public business, including making public appointments, awarding contracts, or recommending individuals for rewards and benefits, holders of public office should make choices on merit.

 

• Accountability Holders of public office are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public and must submit themselves to whatever scrutiny is appropriate to their office.

 

• Openness Holders of public office should be as open as possible about all the decisions and actions that they take. They should give reasons for their decisions and restrict information only when the wider public interest clearly demands it.

 

• Honesty Holders of public office have a duty to declare any private interests relating to their public duties and to take steps to resolve any conflicts arising in a way that protects the public interest.

 

• Leadership Holders of public office should promote and support these principles by leadership and example.

 

 

And here are the traits of a Sociopath (cut and paste) I think we can safely disregard any point of view of the Nolan sisters, don't you?…

 

 

Glibness and Superficial Charm

 

Manipulative and Conning

They never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors as permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They may dominate and humiliate their victims.

 

Grandiose Sense of Self

Feels entitled to certain things as "their right."

 

Pathological Lying

Has no problem lying coolly and easily and it is almost impossible for them to be truthful on a consistent basis. Can create, and get caught up in, a complex belief about their own powers and abilities. Extremely convincing and even able to pass lie detector tests.

 

Lack of Remorse, Shame or Guilt

A deep seated rage, which is split off and repressed, is at their core. Does not see others around them as people, but only as targets and opportunities. Instead of friends, they have victims and accomplices who end up as victims. The end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.

 

Shallow Emotions

When they show what seems to be warmth, joy, love and compassion it is more feigned than experienced and serves an ulterior motive. Outraged by insignificant matters, yet remaining unmoved and cold by what would upset a normal person. Since they are not genuine, neither are their promises.

 

Incapacity for Love

 

Need for Stimulation

Living on the edge. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal. Promiscuity and gambling are common.

 

Callousness/Lack of Empathy

Unable to empathize with the pain of their victims, having only contempt for others' feelings of distress and readily taking advantage of them.

 

Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive Nature

Rage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others.

 

Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile Delinquency

Usually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.

 

Irresponsibility/Unreliability

Not concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blames others, even for acts they obviously committed.

 

Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/Infidelity

Promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts.

 

Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic Lifestyle

Tends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future, poor work ethic but exploits others effectively.

 

Criminal or Entrepreneurial Versatility

Changes their image as needed to avoid prosecution. Changes life story readily.

[JFKvsNixon 11]

Has anyone very managed to climb to the top of their profession whilst displaying all the Nolan Principles?

[sakho 10]

Hello, Questions to ask politicos of any party, do they know about the Nolan Principles, if not why should I vote for you? If you know do you agree with Nolan or have reservations? will you ethically tie themselves to employ the Nolan Principles in your political career? ?

 

The Nolan Principles The Seven Principles of Public Life were defined by the Committee for Standards in Public Life .

 

They are:

 

• Selflessness Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest. They should not do so in order to gain financial or other benefits for themselves, their family or their friends.

 

• Integrity Holders of public office should not place themselves under any financial or other obligation to outside individuals or organisations that might seek to influence them in the performance of their official duties.

 

• Objectivity In carrying out public business, including making public appointments, awarding contracts, or recommending individuals for rewards and benefits, holders of public office should make choices on merit.

 

• Accountability Holders of public office are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public and must submit themselves to whatever scrutiny is appropriate to their office.

 

• Openness Holders of public office should be as open as possible about all the decisions and actions that they take. They should give reasons for their decisions and restrict information only when the wider public interest clearly demands it.

 

• Honesty Holders of public office have a duty to declare any private interests relating to their public duties and to take steps to resolve any conflicts arising in a way that protects the public interest.

 

• Leadership Holders of public office should promote and support these principles by leadership and example.

 

The 7 principles of public life apply to anyone who works as a public office-holder. This includes people who are elected or appointed to public office, nationally and locally, and all people appointed to work in:

 

the civil service

local government

the police

the courts and probation services

non-departmental public bodies

health, education, social and care services

 

The principles also apply to all those in other sectors that deliver public services.

 

 

I don't think they are applied though, its just some public sector bullcrap.

[Historyphil 10]

Hello, Questions to ask politicos of any party, do they know about the Nolan Principles, if not why should I vote for you? If you know do you agree with Nolan or have reservations? will you ethically tie themselves to employ the Nolan Principles in your political career? ?

 

The Nolan Principles The Seven Principles of Public Life were defined by the Committee for Standards in Public Life .

 

They are:

 

• Selflessness Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest. They should not do so in order to gain financial or other benefits for themselves, their family or their friends.

 

• Integrity Holders of public office should not place themselves under any financial or other obligation to outside individuals or organisations that might seek to influence them in the performance of their official duties.

 

• Objectivity In carrying out public business, including making public appointments, awarding contracts, or recommending individuals for rewards and benefits, holders of public office should make choices on merit.

 

• Accountability Holders of public office are accountable for their decisions and actions to the public and must submit themselves to whatever scrutiny is appropriate to their office.

 

• Openness Holders of public office should be as open as possible about all the decisions and actions that they take. They should give reasons for their decisions and restrict information only when the wider public interest clearly demands it.

 

• Honesty Holders of public office have a duty to declare any private interests relating to their public duties and to take steps to resolve any conflicts arising in a way that protects the public interest.

 

• Leadership Holders of public office should promote and support these principles by leadership and example.

 

Hello, Nolan Sisters? Never had 'em down as political thinkers They were never away from Kimberworth Park WMC in the seventies, great act filled a 500 seater Concert Hall every time.

[ANGELFIRE1 10]

If any high level politician in the history of the world had all 7 I'd be staggered.

 

 

If any of our parasites in Westminster had 1, I would be staggered.

 

Angel1.