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I have one message to members of Congress who amplified lies to undermine our democracy, encouraged an attack on our Capitol, and tried to overturn our election:
Resign.
If your lust for power exceeds your dedication to democracy, there is simply no place for you in Congress.
When @SpeakerPelosi got choked up before “violated.” The roundness of the Capitol like a womb. The mob entered violently. They smashed windows, rammed police lines, and penetrated with flagpoles. The Capitol was violated.
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Officer Howard Liebengood was a patriot who dedicated his life to defending the Capitol and protecting all who serve, work in and visit this temple of our Democracy. May it be a comfort to his family that so many mourn and pray with them at this sad time. https://t.co/yOGSuDeRJx
Donald Trump spent years demagoguing, lying, spreading hate, and propagating conspiracies on Twitter. And worse, inciting violence.
Social media companies have allowed this vile content to fester for too long, and need to do much more.
But banning him is a good start.
Twitter banning Trump is a good moment to start asking why we have allowed social media companies to become so powerful and unaccountable. How should they be regulated? Should they be more transparent? Should there be a public service alternative? Things to think about in 2021...
Some people ask: Why would you impeach and convict a president who has only a few days left in office? The answer: Precedent. It must be made clear that no president, now or in the future, can lead an insurrection against the U.S. government.
On behalf of the House of Representatives, I send our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Officer Brian Sicknick, who died following the assault on the Capitol complex and protecting those who serve and work here. https://t.co/FayHmymgK7
The President of the United States is an imminent danger to our nation and democracy.
He incited a violent mob attack on the Capitol. He turned on his own citizens to hold onto power.
He should be removed. Either through resignation, the 25th Amendment or impeachment.