Millions in America were focused on the future. Billions, worldwide, anxiously awaited change. On January 20, 2009, the Presidential Inauguration was broadcast hither and yon. Barely a television, radio, computer monitor, or big screen was turned off. Most all tuned in to see Barack Obama take the Oath of Office. Nary a one were as moved as they were on that occasion.
Even several Republicans said they were excited. For countless, it seemed a light was turned on. Finally, the American people, our allies, and those who are often characterized as adversaries, had hope. We, collectively, believe it was possible to walk through the din that had been our doom and envision an Earth united.
The world was wowed with thoughts of what would be, as were many Constitutional scholars, concerned citizens, and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. Yet, there remained a persistent thought; our potential would not be fully realized. Several understood, as Senator Whitehouse so solemnly expressed in a speech presented on the Senate floor, a day after the festivities, As We Look Forward We Must Also Look Back. Few had an opportunity to see or hear an oration that was perhaps as honest and historic as the Presidents.
She said it! I never thought this day would come. Change has truly arrived in America, even before the Presidential Inauguration. Today, on Fox News, Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the only person who could, the woman who for so long would not, stated, she is Open to the Prosecution of Bush Administration Officials. Oh joy! Oh, bliss. Never did I imagine this moment might become a reality. Even the idea that this could be a possibility eluded me. Today, on January 18, 2009, finally, I have hope. I believe in the future, as Michelle Obama expressed, "For the first time in my adult lifetime, I am really proud of my country, or I will be when I see an actionable censure.
When the politically Right, the Left, and the Middle come together in agreement, that is amazing; indeed, it is a milestone event to say the least. When those far divergent perspectives say in unison, the Bush Administration, as a whole is worrisome, more worthy of impeachment than another White House might have been. We must stand or sit and take notice. You may have missed the discussion. Admittedly, I only saw a portion of the program. Nonetheless, I offer this snippet and a bit of background for those of you still contemplating the viability of the process.
For me, John Nichols said it best when he stated [and I paraphrase] impeachment does not place the country in a state of crisis; it is the cure. The act reminds the President the people are indeed in charge. This is our country.
When Conservative pundit Bruce Fein expressed the crimes George W. Bush committed crimes are very worrisome, I was stunned.
I invite you to investigate the idea of impeaching the Bush - Cheney Administration.
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