When should politicians resign?

As the New York Times breaks news of more questionable behavior by New York Governor David Paterson, the question on everyone’s minds is will he resign.  As of now he maintains that he will not.  But the more relevant question for the public philosopher is not will he resign, but should he resign.  What do you think?  Under what conditions should politicians resign?  When they break the law?  When they lose the confidence of the voters?  When they lose the ability to govern effectively?  When they lie?

-Marc

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March 2, 2010 · Filed Under Marc, Politics

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