Legislatures and Perks

When it comes to perks many legislatures go all out for themselves. It is one of the toughest and most abused part of being a member in a state legislature. The Massachusetts state legislature is actually divided on the issue of perks when it comes to the legislature says the Boston Globe. The Chicago Tribune says that the Illinois state legislature is only now beginning to talk about ethics and perks reform after the fall from grace by former Gov.Blagojevich. The perks of being a state law maker range from sate to state. however there are two areas where Nebraskans really need to think about when it comes to the Unicam. The first is term limits which in many states are being declared unconstitutional by courts or being repealed by legislatures themselves. Unseating an incumbent because you can't beat him at the ballot box so you block him from running for re-election is completely undemocratic the only exception is the President.
The second issue that voters must look at is the pay of our legislators. $12,600 that in itself excludes many people from being candidates. Talented people in business or other areas are excluded because the salary is not enough to raise a family on or largely contribute. The citizen legislature which is what we have in Lincoln is great and does an amazing job. I don't believe they receive enough credit or pay.