The Erosion of Principle in American Politics The recent spate of primary elections and Senate confirmations has exposed a worrying trend in American politics: the willingness to compromise core principles for expediency or personal gain.
This erosion is not just a symptom of a larger problem, but a sign that democratic governance is beginning to fray.
Francesca Hong's struggle to answer questions about her past tweets on Thanksgiving highlights the perils of running for office in an age where every utterance and social media post can be scrutinized by opponents and the press.