Philosophical Objectives Of The Representarian Party-Part Eight

Philosophical Objectives Of The Representarian Party-Part Eight

Presentation of a case by an individual is not just an absolute right, it is a sworn responsibility. The purpose of any representative governance is two-pronged. The first purpose is to not allow the existence of intimidating powers in society. The second purpose is to promote egalitarianism in as much as all individual citizens are treated equally under the law. 

That is why it is so important that an adult individual not just be allowed but also be compelled to present his/her case in a court of law, provided that individual is not incapacitated or an invalid. Presentation of an case by an individual is not a matter of skill, knowledge, and/or eloquence. It is rather a matter of an absolute right and and sworn responsibility.

If attorneys are mandated to "represent" people, it will cause two things to happen. The first will be the emergence and existence of an intimidating power, which is what we have today in the "legal profession". 

The second is the rank of individual (citizen or permanent resident) is demoted to 2nd-class status. Equal treatment and equality can never exist if 2nd-class status exists for either anyone or everyone. If "professionals" are allowed to demote the individual(s) as bearer of 2nd-class status, then the "professional" who is perceived as doing the best "professional" job will get preferential treatment. This again violates the principle of equal treatment and equality under legitimate law by all government institutions.

Representation by anyone, particularly by a "professional and/or official", will cause the existence of an intimidating power and the reduction of individual(s) as 2nd-class citizens. This will ultimately cause tyranny. Obviously representation is needed if an individual is a minor, is incapacitated, or does not understand English. However, these exceptions should remain as exceptions and coerced representation by counsel should not be the norm.