It’s July 2024, and the fascist and convicted felon Donald Trump is on the ballot for President of the United States. He won in 2020 only with Russian collusion as a part of his campaign. He withdrew the United States from the Paris Climate Accords, and we are now experiencing record temperatures in most if not all parts of planet Earth. He also incited an insurrection when he lost, tarnishing the hallowed halls of Congress and blatantly showing every citizen that he does not care about preserving, protecting, or defending the Constitution of the United States – he cares only for his own interests, and that of his donors.
The Republican National Convention meets next week and is expected to codify Donald Trump’s nomination as the Republican Candidate for President. They should instead be removing him from the ballot and presenting another candidate (along with a VP candidate, since Donald Trump still doesn’t have one picked). Here’s a straightforward comparison of the current candidates based on ethics and morality criteria. It’s clear who can be trusted and who cannot. Vote! Vote! Vote!
Ethical and Moral Index Chart
| Individual | Transparency | Integrity | Accountability | Rule of Law | Human Rights | Public Service | Environment | Composite Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Biden | 7 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8.00 |
| Kamala Harris | 7 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8.00 |
| Donald Trump | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4.71 |
Detailed Evaluation
Joe Biden
- Transparency: Biden’s administration has shown a strong pattern of compliance with financial disclosures and transparency rules, though it has faced some criticism for not being fully transparent on all fronts (Pew Research Center) (CREW).
- Integrity: Generally perceived as maintaining a high level of integrity, although his political career has not been without controversy (Pew Research Center).
- Accountability: Demonstrates accountability through public statements and adherence to legal processes, though some view his administration’s responses to certain issues as slow or inadequate (Pew Research Center).
- Rule of Law: Strong adherence to democratic principles and legal norms (Pew Research Center).
- Human Rights: Advocates for human rights both domestically and internationally (Pew Research Center).
- Public Service Orientation: Long career in public service with a focus on public welfare (Pew Research Center).
- Environment: Strong focus on environmental policies and climate change initiatives (Pew Research Center).
Kamala Harris
- Transparency: Similar to Biden, Harris’s transparency is generally rated well, although not without some criticism (Pew Research Center).
- Integrity: Maintains a reputation for integrity, though has faced scrutiny over her prosecutorial record as Attorney General of California (Pew Research Center).
- Accountability: Demonstrates a commitment to accountability in her roles as Vice President and previously as a Senator (Pew Research Center).
- Rule of Law: Strong supporter of the rule of law and legal processes (Pew Research Center).
- Human Rights: Actively supports human rights initiatives (Pew Research Center).
- Public Service Orientation: Extensive background in public service with a focus on justice and equity (Pew Research Center).
- Environment: Advocates for strong environmental policies and sustainable practices (Pew Research Center).
Donald Trump
- Transparency: Criticized for lack of transparency, including halting regular press briefings and withholding information like tax returns (CREW) (PolitiFact).
- Integrity: Frequently questioned, especially in light of numerous legal challenges and allegations of misinformation (PolitiFact).
- Accountability: Often seen as avoiding accountability, with resistance to subpoenas and legal investigations (PolitiFact).
- Rule of Law: Has been criticized for actions perceived as undermining democratic norms and legal standards (PolitiFact).
- Human Rights: Mixed record, with significant criticism over immigration policies and handling of civil rights issues (PolitiFact).
- Public Service Orientation: Viewed by many as prioritizing personal and partisan interests over public welfare (PolitiFact).
- Environment: Rolled back numerous environmental protections during his tenure, drawing substantial criticism from environmental advocates (PolitiFact).
This index is based on public data and perceptions from various sources. It is important to consider that individual assessments can vary significantly based on different perspectives and criteria.
