Have we arrived in Orwell's 1984? Only if we can practice doublethink can Donald Trump be considered an acceptable leader of our country. Impeachment is not a solution. It will only lead to an escalation of partisan rancor and legislative gridlock. We must rely on our system of checks and balances by which the legislative and judicial branches of government can check the rogue executive. In this way, we can hope that our democracy will survive his term(s).
The opposition party Democrats cannot lead the process of checking the president because in the current climate of extreme partisanship they will not be viewed as loyal opposition. It is up to the honorable and courageous leaders of the majority Republican party to demonstrate loyalty to country rather than party and restrain President Trump. Are there any such leaders?
Bill Zawacki, Beaverton
Note from KBJ: Donald Trump defeated 16 seasoned Republicans and the most corrupt politician in American history. His will be one of the most accomplished presidential administrations ever. Suck it up, Bill.
