Could a New US Constitution Halt Institutionalized Political Corruption?New political thriller posits a future for American politics devoid of corruption.
NEW YORK - Nov. 5, 2014 - PRLog -- Recently in Alabama, House Speaker Mike Hubbard was indicted on 23 felony counts of corruption, including using his office for personal gain and legislating with a conflict of interest. Criminal political corruption has become rare in recent years. That’s because most politicians know how to use a system which has legitimized what used to be considered criminal and it’s something that attorney and novelist Matthew J McMahon would love to change.
Former Senator Chuck Hagel encapsulated this sad change of affairs in Washington when he noted “We’ve blown past the ethical standards; we now play on the edge of the legal standards” In his near-future political thriller, The Blue Folio, McMahon uses a Second Constitutional Convention in 2037, the 250thanniversary of the original constitutional convention, to make political and corporate self-dealing the highest crime in the United States. The limits of that change come in 2059 when the President of the United States is on trial for high treason for a fraudulent campaign promise. “It’s time to take a closer look at our relationship with government and change how politicians view the people’s money. I would love to see my book spark a discussion about how we can stop moneyed interests from controlling our politicians,” The Blue Folio is available for purchase in paperback and to pre-order in e-book format. More information and purchase details are available at www.mattmcmahonbooks.com -30- To book an interview or receive a complimentary copy of the book contact Rachel Sentes, Publicist 604-366-7846 Rachel@gal-fridaypublicity.com End
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