Perhaps I'm being idealistic, but it would sure be nice if our elected officials could make decisions based on what's best for America, rather than dictate policy by setting "traps" for someone to fall into.
Well, when one doesn't usually take a knife to a gun fight... not if he wants to win.
All kidding aside, I have the same desires as you. But, in order to do the job, you have to stay in the game.