An open letter to Florida’s senators
To the editor:
Seventy-seven percent of Americans want a trial that includes witnesses, documents and impartial jurors. We are your constituents and we are part of that majority.
Fear of Trump’s reaction, hyper-partisan voters and Fox News-biased reporting is driving Republican Senators to new lows of discourse and behavior. You are unquestionably in a difficult position.
At this moment in time, acting with honesty, fairness and integrity, and honoring your oath of impartiality would put you in opposition with your party. You may lose re-election. You will almost certainly be harassed, insulted and rejected. You may become a pariah. Great courage is required to do the honorable thing.
Your choices are stark. Honor your oath, be an impartial juror, call for witnesses and evidence, and vote where it leads. Or refuse to.
Your character is on trial. America is watching.
Susan McGuire
Bokeelia