In my research of Washington DC history, I have learned that members of Congress have generally done well for themselves. There are so many primary, secondary and artery ways they benefit from their position in office. It need not be by bribes or payola. The same is true with city council members. It is suppose to be a part time job, but from what I have seen up-close, they are working the system either for power or remuneration in one form or another every time they are in the public eye and almost always behind closed doors. More of us, including myself, need to show up for events which the councilmen host or take part in . You will see a small cadre of people constantly vie for the councilman's attention. These are almost always people wanting some favor or business deal with they can get from that elected official.

The whole idea that they should benefit from a pension esp now that they have a two term limit, it icing on the cake.