Oftentimes when I read a front-page headlining story in any newspaper, big or small, I expect to find something of significance about the major issues we face today. The Sunday’s Janesville Gazette headline story “Part-Time Politicians” with the sub-title “Half of legislators in state have other jobs” seems to have fallen right out from nowhere.
Although most of the article involved the everyday trials and tribulations of Rep. Mike Sheridan(D), it was somewhat difficult to figure what message the newspaper was sending to their subscribers until they added a little snippet about Rep. Neal Kedzie (R). It turns out Kedzie is considering taking up a part-time job because he is having a hard time making ends meet with his perk-laden $47,000 annual salary, and certainly as the story goes Рif Sheridan can do it Рso can Neal Kedzie. Political propaganda or a groundbreaking expos̩ worthy of front-page headlines? You be the judge.
But I must add here that, other than being a Wisconsin resident of proper age and without a felony record, there are no educational requirements or additional background experiences that qualifies anyone for legislative office. Wisconsin legislators are full-time positions with benefits and if half of them need a second job for whatever reasons, perhaps it’s time to go hang your overqualified credentials on a wall where you think it will be more appreciated. Resign and give someone else a chance.
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