It is now a majority of Senators who leave government for lucrative lobbying jobs. Do You Approve When Your Senators Become Lobbyists After Retirement?
Nepotism articles on Democracy Chronicles
Favoritism granted in politics to relatives regardless of merit. Nepotism is found in the fields of politics, entertainment, business and religion. Also see our sections on American democracy and Money Politics.
Washington DC has Changed. More Corruption.
Corruption in government and special interest free for all has altered a Washington DC has changed
Who Does the Senate Actually Represent?
Very few Senators are not millionaires and their action betray bias against the average citizen by a Senate actually represents American concentrated wealth
Cambodia Dictator Prepares His Son for Power
Repressed opposition battles Cambodia dictator’s plan to pass power to his chosen son
Political Families: The Cheney
Political Families: What is in a name? It would seem that even in democratic politics, voters are not disillusioned with nepotism.
Some Brits Asking if England Needs Royalty?
Potential King and Queen are having a baby but concern over media circus has reawakened age-old questions challenging if England needs royalty at all
Do Philippines Political Dynasties Weaken Democracy?
Family based Philippines political dynasties threatening democracy in the large island nation
Monarchs of Europe Are Increasingly Useless
Monarchs of Europe and royal families have hung onto last vestiges of power and prestige with differing character and impact across continent
Next Bush Getting Ready for Presidential Run
Jeb Bush, brother of George W. Bush, may be only the next Bush getting ready to be President
Chelsea Clinton Could Run for Political Election
Daughter of Hillary and Bill Clinton, Chelsea would enter politics with family credentials. Normally out of the public eye, running for politics represents change for Chelsea