1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my deep concern about the potential erosion of our democratic institutions and to urge you to take immediate action to safeguard our nation's future. Recent events and analyses have highlighted a credible path to power consolidation that could lead to a 'competitive authoritarian' regime in the United States by 2028. The threat we face is not hypothetical. We are witnessing a four-part process of power consolidation that mirrors what has occurred in other countries that have slid into authoritarianism. This includes the purging of career civil servants, the weaponization of government agencies against dissenters, the concentration of economic power among regime allies, and the use of accumulated power to undermine fair elections. Specific examples of these tactics are already visible. We've seen attempts to consolidate media control through deals like the one involving TikTok, investigations targeting liberal organizations such as ActBlue, threats against foundations supporting civil society, and the use of lawsuits to drain the resources of media outlets critical of those in power. As your constituent, I implore you to take a stand against these authoritarian moves. We need our elected officials to be at the forefront of collective defiance, working tirelessly to protect our democratic institutions. This includes: 1. Strengthening protections for civil servants to prevent politically motivated purges. 2. Enacting legislation to prevent the misuse of regulatory powers for political vendettas. 3. Protecting the independence of the media and supporting a diverse, free press. 4. Safeguarding the integrity of our elections and the ability of opposition to compete fairly. Time is of the essence. We must act decisively before the 2026 midterms to prevent further erosion of our democratic norms. The consequences of inaction are severe and could lead to a fundamental shift in the nature of our governance. I urge you to use your position to rally other political, business, media, and civil society leaders in this crucial fight. Our democracy depends on your courage and leadership in these challenging times. Please take concrete steps to address these threats and keep me informed of your actions on this critical issue.