Trent Lott has made quite a few Mississippians upset over his support of the Immigration bill. In fact, h is office telephone has been quite busy. But, here's his perspective according to the Clarion Ledger.
"To think you are going to intimidate a senator, any senator, that way," he said, adding that he's not influenced by those who've urged him to change his position.
You can read the entire article here (http://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2007706200365). His staunch support of a bill, easily disliked by a majority of Mississippi voters begs a question or two.
Regardless as to whether or not you support the immigration bill:
1) How much access should the general public expect to have to their Senators?
2) What is the role of an elected official?
The role of public servant sounds nice and looks really good on paper. But, lately our public officials aren't doing much serving. In fact, it seems more of a "Let me make the really tough decisions for you, sweetheart" role these days.
But, what should the role be?
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