In the "Do as I say, but not as I do" department...
The White House has issued a guideline for ethical behaviour. Included in this guidance:
"You are the best guardian of your reputation. Your recordkeeping practices must be designed with a purpose to prove innocence at the complaint phase or with the press.""Even if legal, does not mean you should do it -- always consider optics."
"Optics questions: Does the event or travel further the President's priorities, your department or agency's mission; or, does it appear recreational or entertainment in nature."
"Remember, an ethics opinion matters only if the ethics officer received all of the information.
I think one can safely presume that the White House is not covered by this new ethics guidance. Those weekends in his property are essential for national security... or something.
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abusus non tollit usum - A right should NOT be withheld from people on the basis that some tend to abuse that right.
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