Wasn't exactly my reference but I see your point.
And understandibly there is cynicism amongst todays society, however lets not forget the reasons and efforts that went into the systems that were put in place.
Our ancestors wanted to improve life on earth for their offspring, fundamentally the only reason for existence, (amonst those whom attain the wisdom of leaders), hence my point.
There is a lot of unseen good that goes on, we tend to remember the negatives as they stand out and often we incorrectly interpret what is happening due to our past experiences.
If senators are able to reach such positions, they are obviously making decisions based on ethics, otherwise the system needs adjusting or I am somewhat naive.
Either way, be assured, the truth will prevail eventually.
(Evil seems to win but never in the long run)
Sometimes it feels like shoveling ..... against the tide!
Too true, that has been the battle of the good since the dawn of time but is also like water off our ducks backs.
Nature knows no good or evil, it just does. Add some human thought, and it will always slant to good.
With an ID like jimmeh, I always thought you were dinky di aussie (aboriginal). 
(It's a common anglicised name for many aboriginal). Nice to see communication between the lands.
