Ct Governor John Rowland

Connecticut Governor John Rowland, now facing investigation by the federal government over a 'gifts' scandal must lead his State and party . not leave office. Assuming the Governor is innocent of any bribe taking, elsewhere under state and Federal law, or tax evasion, and he has apologized for and acknowledged lying or making misleading statements ..he can lead and sustain his office by seeking a higher ethical and accounting standard for all Connecticut employees and officials who receive an office or emolument from the State. Little realized, but sadly true, the Connecticut law as cited, only applies to State appointees and certain employees of rank. The Governor and other State Elected officials are sadly left out - save an ambiguious mandative - which seems to only hold elected officials to account by election. That is not enough. Connecticut needs good people of calibre and honsety. A strong Ethics and Gifts limitation and Disclosure law are badly needed. To restore himself - Governor Rowland - wirh his party, should lead by introducing a new law and endorse a higher standard.