Because I am an employee at the US Census Bureau, I make sure not to blog about political debates or candidates. It would not be right for me as a public servant to do so. If I did I’m sure it would jeopardize my employment.
Instead, I have made it a note to focus on underlying principles—the philosophy of liberty. My thought in doing so was that these principles are simply *American.* I didn’t think that writing about these principles would involve me in any politics.
Looking back over my posts, however, it is clear that I have not successfully avoided *politics.* I criticized bailouts when they were a hot political topic, I complained about the 2 party system, and I’m sure there were some other violations along the way.
I have decided that as long as I work for the government, I will no longer blog about liberty. It is a subject that I love and am passionate about, but it will have to wait until a different point in my career. It is just too closely tied to politics.
I apologize to my readers who enjoy my rants about liberty. Don’t worry though, they won’t be gone forever. I am certain there will be other points in my career where I will be in a position to write about political issues without restrain. In fact, I think I will follow this post with one about my career goals.
In the interim, I will continue to write about cars.
That’s a shame, I looked forward to your posts.. Now what will I read that challenges my thinking? dangit.
Thanks Morgan. It’s nice to know my writing has found at least 3 fans–pretty sure my mom and wife like it too.
Hopefully I can make my automotive writing thought provoking.
I want to cry.
I would think federal employees could blog about politics on their own time so long as they don’t use their official title and make it appear they are speaking for their agency. Maybe doublecheck with the rules before you stop?
Either way, please keep up the good writing.
@S.P. Gass,
You are right, but I often blog during my lunch break. They don’t mind if we use our computers to check email, read news, etc. But next to pornoqraphy, politics are probably the biggest No-No on a government computer. I haven’t caused any problems or raised any concerns, but I can see the potential for problems so I decided to just avoid it all together.
Btw, I’m flattered that you consider my writing good. Thanks.