Hi,
My oath to the Constitution, and the resounding feedback I’ve received from Minnesotans like you, was on my mind today as I voted to impeach President Trump for his role in inciting violence against a co-equal branch of our government – a solemn but necessary end to a horrifying week.
Before I headed to the floor to cast my vote, I connected with members of the Minnesota press about the attack against our democracy, the unifying power of truth and accountability, and the ongoing threats still facing Congress. I invite you to watch our discussion here:
Sedition is divisive, insurrection is divisive, accountability is unifying
To those calling for unity and healing, I say that neither are possible without accountability, and I remind you that holding opposing political views doesn’t make us enemies, rather Americans. Let’s allow the shattered glass at the Capitol to be a reminder to us all of the fragility of democracy. It can crack, but we mustn’t allow it to break.
Keep the faith and keep in touch,
Dean Phillips
Member of Congress