[mhking]

Think you put those goalposts too high.

Too high? Not really. Those who would undermine any efforts would certainly need to be addressed in some fashion. The "tough love" suggested could be the wake-up call needed...

[Mamzelle]

Yes, but politics is sometimes in the (red) blood. To expect one's reps to be totally selfless is not going to get you good representatives. Those who are high-school presidents often go on to want other elective offices...and self-promotion certainly doesn't cut Democrats out of the running!