How can you put into practice political neutrality?

The majority of government officials these days have forgotten about social conscience as what I have seen on local news.  As one author said, “Politics in the Philippines is not a way of life but a way to earn a living.”  Now that 2013 National Elections is approaching, decisions and actions in regard to political neutrality can be difficult but if you have equally strong commitment to professionalism, it can be handled easily. During my term as SK Chairman, vote buying was very rampant.  In my case, in order for me to stay away from it I just have to follow election guidelines and refrain from getting involved personally with the campaign groups and with the candidates themselves. I cannot imagine myself getting involved in anything more political than voting on Election Day, wisely. Gifts and rewards are widespread during elections but I shall not allow to be placed in situations where I should be duty-bound to reciprocate a service or benefit given. In the workplace, like for example, some people say that gift–giving can be ethical as long as it is practice with moderation. Others say that regardless of the gift’s value, it is unethical. If the gift is given under situations that may make the gift a form of bribery, it could be considered unethical.  It is very tempting though, I admit, I but I shall not abuse it.

For me it is our responsibility to do our job with sincerity and keeping up professional practice and ethics in the public office.  This will eventually lead to reasonable and fully unbiased decision-making creating a good and balanced workplace.  So one way of putting into practice political neutrality is by not siding or discriminating against any parties.  We have our own political views but I think I should be very careful of what to say.