Ethics is described as a followed-belief of moral standards or values where moral is defined as recognizing the distinction between right and wrong and acting thereupon (different from a code of ethics, which is the application of ethics). In other words, an ethical person can tell the difference between right and wrong – and will conduct themselves accordingly. The problems arise with the definitions of right and wrong. Ethics do not change – only the definitions of right and wrong. Ethical right and wrong is separate and distinct from legal right and wrong.
Recent claims of “ethical misconduct” by members of the Supreme Court have circulated prompting calls to establish a code of ethics. Conducting large scale investigations disrupts the judicial process and who is to judge if a violation occurs?
Solution: Yearly public polygraph exam. Though lie-detector tests only measure what one believes – not the truth (pathological liars can sometimes fool an polygraphy test) – it would be difficult for a basically honest person to evade the question: Have you taken any money, gifts or gratuities that are valued more than $$$? No punishment – just the fear that conclusive, public and professional embarrassment that can goad a resignation.
Chuck Klein, Columnist, is the author of many books, columns, articles, and stories. Details and contact:https://chuckkleinauthor.com
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