Politicians many times use the word “movement” as a springboard. Make America Great Again was a popular movement. The Green New Deal, another for the Democrats. How about a movement for politicians who have character and integrity? A movement to retain and attract quality politicians who put their country and constitution above themselves or party affiliation. We could call the next movement “Character First.”

One important qualification to be part of this movement is, does the person have the ability to listen and to allow others to be heard in a respectful manner? The words that person uses and tone are critical. We already have a few politicians from the Republican Party who could start that movement. Rusty Bowers was one such person. He was a man who was willing to sacrifice his job and power for the truth. His own party shunned and condemned him. Liz Cheney is another person who showed amazing character.

Why do we continue to vote and empower politicians we know are out for themselves? Some of the lies and misinformation these people continue to spread are blatant, but we continue to support and defend them. Recently, we had a previous leader who was banned from several social media platforms, and we had people condoning this. I understand policy and issues are critical, but isn't the person implementing them also?

Does your leader exhibit character? If not, aren’t the policies and issues you espouse being tainted somehow by the messenger? I’m just asking, what kind of leader are you supporting?