Category: Protecting Democracy (Page 1 of 6)

On February 5, 2020, Senator Mitt Romney gave a speech on the Senate floor to explain his tremendously courageous vote to convict President Trump on one article of impeachment. He said, “Like each member of this deliberative body, I love our country. I believe that our Constitution was inspired by Providence. I am convinced that freedom itself is dependent on the strength and vitality of our national character. As it is with each senator, my vote is an act of conviction.”

Mormon Women for Ethical Government wrote the following open letter to Senator Romney, which hundreds of citizens have signed to echo their thanks.

Dear Senator Romney,

Thank you. Today you spoke out in defense of our constitutional norms and the rule of law. You cast a vote for the balance of powers and the institutional integrity of the Senate. You cast a vote in defense of free elections and the fair exercise of our national power. But most importantly, you cast a vote in defense of truth and with the power of personal conscience.

We join you in expressing our commitment to these principles. As citizens, we are grateful for your willingness to act at great personal cost and express our commitment to find ways that we too will join you in acting courageously in defense of our democracy.

On Friday, January 31, 2020, Senator Mitt Romney was one of only two Republican senators to vote for witnesses in the impeachment trial. In doing so, he showed courage and independence that should be commended, as he apparently did so without the support of party leadership. Mormon Women for Ethical Government wrote the following open letter to Senator Romney, which hundreds of citizens have signed to echo their thanks.

Dear Senator Romney,

We are Republicans, Democrats, Independents, and the unaffiliated. Our combined voices represent the majority of American voters who wanted witnesses in the impeachment trial. Thank you for being the type of leader who courageously seeks for truth, especially when faced with great opposition from within your own party. We stand with you in your decision to do what was right, letting the consequences follow. 

On Friday, January 31, 2020, Senator Susan Collins was one of only two Republican senators to vote for witnesses in the impeachment trial. In doing so, she showed courage and independence that should be commended. Mormon Women for Ethical Government wrote the following open letter to Senator Collins, which hundreds of citizens have signed to echo their thanks.

Dear Senator Collins,

We are Republicans, Democrats, Independents, and the unaffiliated. Our combined voices represent the majority of American voters who wanted witnesses in the impeachment trial. Thank you for voting for those witnesses, especially in the face of opposition of many in your party. We need courageous, independent leaders such as yourself to stand up for truth at this time.