1. United States
2. Conn.
3. Letter

I am writing as your constituent to express my deep disappointment with the recent Democratic leadership decisions surrounding the government shutdown negotiations, and specifically to call for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to resign his leadership position. The manner in which Democratic leadership conceded during this process was, in my view, an unacceptable capitulation. These decisions not only weakened the party’s negotiating position but also abandoned critical leverage at a moment when the stakes for workers, federal services, and overall governance were exceptionally high. Constituents like myself rely on our elected officials to maintain strategic discipline and protect the public interest, especially when essential government functions are at risk. Leadership positions demand both resolve and accountability. Given the outcomes of these negotiations and the pattern of preventable concessions, I no longer have confidence in Senator Schumer’s ability to effectively steward the party or represent the strength of its values in high-pressure negotiations. I respectfully request that you publicly call for Senator Schumer’s resignation as Majority Leader and advocate for new leadership that demonstrates stronger strategic clarity, firmer resolve, and a more reliable commitment to protecting the interests of the American people. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your response and to seeing principled leadership reflected in the actions of our party.