Gordon for Asheville

When it comes to politics there is a very important reason why too many politicians disagree too much on far too many subjects. Having an opinion is positive, but the financial crisis we have just come through should have taught these politicians a few lessons.

The eruption that occurred this week was when Mars, the planet of anger and need, was in direct conflict with the planet of power, Pluto. When these two planets clash, violent disorder is not a surprise. Because both planets are about control, when they are face to face, police involvement is common. Furthermore, Uranus, the planet of revolution, is newly housed in the erratic Aries, which makes for an unstable link. This planet squared both Mars and Pluto, forging a Cardinal T Square. Cardinal planets, are about power and assertion, so this became a very toxic mix. An awareness in advance to all of this could have seen the police and government better prepared.

Power is primarily received from the positions of individuals in formal hierarchy of organizations. Such legitimate power is applied to control and to rightly use the resources of organizations. Similarly referral power is attained by individuals on the basis of desirable resources or personal traits. Individual's interpersonal style and personality execute charismatic power. Mangers use power tactics as a reaction to undesirable actions and to influence subordinates and supervisors.

In a real democracy, party politics will often work against changes. The special interest groups that support their campaigns cause parties to vote in a certain way when the normal voters would have voted differently. Some have termed this the "democratic deficit" because grassroot thinking disappears once you get into national politics.

George Washington, America's First President, whose metaphysical leanings where in the public domain due to his supposed angelic vision at Valley Forge, which illuminated America's future. Indeed, the astrological chart of George Washington reveals a susceptibility to unexpected visions and expanded consciousness, as his Sun in Pisces predisposed him to intuitive and mystical orientation. These abilities were then structured by his Moon in Capricorn, eminent in many political leaders by birth or through Progressed planets. His Moon placement turned philosophical ideas into form, along with an earthy Taurus Ascendant, giving practical formulation to universal sciences.

Abraham Lincoln, America's 16th President, also held an avid interest in astrological sciences. His Natal Sun in the far-sighted Aquarius, initiated the humanitarian decision to abolish slavery. This Presidential leader also had a philosophical Sagittarius career placement conjunct with the powerful Saturn and the mystical Neptune, allowing him to spearhead political reforms for the disadvantaged. An altruistic standpoint further reinforced by a predominance of planets in the sacrificial and psychic Pisces, perhaps also explaining his reluctance to attend the theatre, on the eve of his assassination.

Organizational politics also demand some ethics to follow while acting. Employees' rights need to be assured before demonstrating any political initiative. Diversified group as a whole react abruptly to defend any political behavior. On the other hand each employee from different back ground reacts differently. Individual factors his job rules and responsibilities and organizational cultures; all impacts directly or indirectly in determining our political behaviors. Companies do need policies and security from the top management to tackle unacceptable outcomes from any political scenario. Similarly commitment from top management is required to clearly determine and verify the application of political behaviors in organizational management system.