The Theory Of The Hatch Act - 768 Words

The article presented by Bowman and West (2009) provides a glimpse into the policies and processes that govern â€Å"political activities of civil servants†¦and protect the public from partisan administration of law† (p. 52). As I reflect on the history of the Hatch Act, I argue the justification for the legislation not only seems relevant, but also may serve as a critical â€Å"safeguard† in our era of growing political division. The study introduces the â€Å"ethics triangle† and the three theories derived from the model for structuring a sound assessment of the Hatch Act: result-based ethics, rule-based ethics, and virtue-based ethics. Nevertheless, the beliefs and values that define an individual will not simply be trumped by altruistic intentions. Often one must be reminded of the intent behind their appointment and the associated responsibilities to guide their actions. A sentiment echoed by Jackson in the article by Bearfield (2009). 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