Modern politicians, are they too corrupt?

I don't think they are too corrupt. Don't get me wrong though, they are not angels. I just think there is way more going on than the American public knows or even cares about. Until we get put hollywood on the back burner and put patriotism up front in our media, not much will change.

I'm offended someone said for them to wear NASCAR jackets. I'm a NASCAR fan. Beyond that, yes they are bought. You don't see the politician during their beginning phases of election looking for the common American, but you'll see them getting cozy with the billionaires looking for funding to further their campaigns. After they've gotten their "backing", then they go out and stump talking about "American" values. Maybe we should start with actual campaign laws that have teeth and severe consequences, see who fights them, and go after them? Those with the loudest voices would probably have the most to loose. Do away with all PACS and "anonymous donors". Anything past .02 cents has a name and verified address attached to it. And no PO boxes don't count. No foreign donations. And all campaigns get audited without warning to enforce conformity.

Define corrupt, accept huge donations from corporations then vote in favor of bills that aid those companies? Vote to give foreign government economic aid that they have to spend on US made goods (see first comment). Vote to strip our federally protected lands for corporate use (see first comment). Use their political clout to influence votes so they can make millions for themselves and their cronies. Indirectly or overtly support terrorism (Iran Contra, reinstalling the Shah of Iran, supporting Sadam Hussein), eroding the US Constitution. No I don't they do any of those things, said no one.