Leaders constantly make decisions based on their values ​​and directly affecting their constituents. Some of these decisions are insignificant and only affect people in the short term. Some are more important and determine the long-term fate of society; and others go even further in determining who these leaders are as people and how they will leave society for future generations (Joseph, 2001). Socrates asked the question: “What is a virtuous man and what is a virtuous society?” » As we observe the leadership that will ultimately decide the future of our society, I believe we must ponder the same question. If ethics are the basis of politics, as many believe, the two should be more closely linked. Ethical concepts should have specific implications in politics. There are many political scandals in American history that illustrate government corruption and highlight the urgent need for ethics in such leadership. Political leaders must be an example for the rest of the country; they should therefore be held to higher ethical standards than an ordinary citizen. Not only should they be held to a higher standard in the eyes of the people, but the government should also legally hold them to a higher standard. Sanctions should be harsher against political leaders if they commit unethical acts that directly affect the well-being of the people they lead. Politics, although a much hated profession, is a necessity for society and requires good leaders who make good political decisions for their own interests. constituents. Unfortunately, there is still a negative connotation associated with politicians, as they are generally seen as corrupt, lying, and scheming people. There are many differences... middle of article...... "The Historical and Political Context of Watergate." Watergate.info – The scandal that destroyed President Richard Nixon. 1995. Internet. December 13, 2011. .Joseph, James A. “Leadership and the Changing Role of Ethics in Public Life.” Conference. Ethical leadership models for a changing world. University of Texas. January 2001. Web.Jourdan, C. "The Bill Clinton-Monica Lewinsky Scandal | PoliticianScandal.com." PoliticianScandal.com - Political news and articles. Internet. December 13, 2011. Williamson, Thad. “Monica, Bill and Ethics, by Thad Williamson.” CrossCurrents Magazine: the best thoughts and writings on religion and the world. Association for Religion and Intellectual Life. Internet. December 14. 2011. .