Re: “Trump power grab ought to inspire local politicians to do better” (Feb. 2, Opinion):
I agree with The Seattle Instances editorial: “Make no mistake, Trump’s makes an attempt to claim whole management over governmental operations is a unadorned and ham-handed energy seize.” To assert politicians should align their considering with that of the president is to disregard that different, rational insurance policies exist which are worthy of consideration.
I imagine that now, greater than ever, liberals and conservatives want to have interaction in real and civil dialogue about what must be carried out. The majority of that burden falls upon conservative Democrats and average Republicans, as they’re most certainly to have the ability to discover frequent floor upon which to maneuver ahead.
As for we residents, because the editorial states, “ … it’s extra essential than ever to comply with what’s taking place within the courts, Congress and unfolding campaigns throughout the nation.”
As a German monk as soon as mentioned: “You aren’t solely accountable for what you say, but additionally for what you don’t say.” (Martin Luther)
Kenneth A. Mortland, Maple Valley