There has been no shortage of ethical scandals that involve members of Congress in recent decades, and the last year was no different. Whether improper use of campaign funds, various instances of sexual misconduct, or dubious relationships between candidates and their campaign orbit, the persistence of these kinds of real or perceived acts of corruption is troubling. Perhaps these violations of public trust sheds light on why Congress enjoys such a dismal approval rating from Americans.
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From exposing fraud in the use of COVID-19 relief funds to holding our elected officials accountable for getting resources to those who need them most, POGO fights day in and day out for a more effective government that better serves the people it’s supposed to serve—you. But we can only continue to do this with your help.