It was news that ‘process democrats’ in our nation needed to hear.
Later this week the House will take up a resolution, and most assuredly pass it, which will lay out the roadmap for the impeachment process. While some within the GOP ranks have tried to politicize the lack of such a measure up to this point, there have been a number of those from the other side of the aisle who understand the necessity for the upcoming vote.
While nothing in the Constitution demands that such a vote regarding impeachment take place I would argue that it is good for our republic should it occur. Not only does it remove a moot point from the Trump White House which they continue pressing, but it also puts on record the need of the citizenry to hold Trump accountable for his actions. While some members of the more narrowly won congressional seats may find a need to locate their spine for this week’s vote let it not be forgotten that at some point as the impeachment process moves forward everyone will be required to cast a vote. Ducking and hiding is not an option. Nor should anyone desire such a hiding spot. The stakes are too high. The call from our Founding Fathers too loud.
Not only am I heartened by the news of the resolution, but also being mindful of the need, sooner than later, for the investigative proceedings to become public. While knowing the deposition phase takes time and is a closed-door proceeding, it is also imperative that the public have access to the mix of information that is coming forward. No one takes impeachment lightly, as it is the most severe avenue a congress can venture down with domestic politics. As such, making sure the electorate is informed and engaged with the developments that strike at the heart of our national government, only makes sense.
While the act of impeachment is handled in a public manner everything possible should be done to demonstrate it is not a partisan process. The first and best way to achieve that end is by making it public. Congress represents the public, hence as much as possible should be public.
And so it goes.
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