This thesis describes the importance of honesty in politics and morality. The main example throughout the thesis deals with the downfall of Mr. Guttenberg, a former German politician. Publicity felt let down by his mistakes in a new dimension. Plagiarism and dishonest behaviour in a conflict with manners and the desired honesty taught German policy landscape a lesson. To avoid prospective disappointments, citizens need to look behind the façade of politicians.
For the electorate, morality of politicians is important. Honesty is the principal character trait of politicians to gain trust and to give the impression of being trustworthy. Regarding politicians, a solid reputation of honesty is even more important than one of being hard working. Loss of trust can be fatal for a political career, but benefits for society can evolve from distrust, too. Political participation in an active way or with increased civic morality is encouraged through distrust.
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Preface: Realism as basis for morality
1 In causa Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg
1.1 Ideal advancement in politics
1.2 Accusation of plagiarism
2 The importance of honesty
3 The value of trust and trustworthiness
4 Distrust in political figures
5 Possible political participation
6 The dilemma of moralizing politics
7 Lesson for the future
8 References
- Quote paper
- Margarethe Steffens (Author), 2013, The moral dilemma of Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg. The importance of honesty in politics and morality, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/503655
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