1. United States
2. N.Y.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent reports about potential compromises in the Senate concerning judicial appointments, as detailed in a CNN article dated November 21, 20241. It is disheartening to see discussions that suggest a willingness to capitulate to Republican demands, especially when Republicans have historically bent the rules to their advantage. It is past time for Democrats to adopt a similar approach and play the same game. The Republican Party has repeatedly demonstrated a willingness to employ various tactics to advance their agenda, often at the expense of democratic norms and processes. It is crucial that we do not continue to play by different rules, which only serves to disadvantage our party and our principles. The judiciary is a cornerstone of our democracy, and its integrity must be preserved. However, this does not mean we should shy away from using every tool at our disposal to ensure that our judicial appointments reflect our values and priorities. The Republicans have shown no hesitation in bending the rules to achieve their goals, and it is time for Democrats to do the same to protect the future of our judiciary and our democracy. I urge you to stand firm and resist any pressure to make unnecessary concessions. Instead, I ask that you advocate for a robust and assertive approach to judicial appointments. This is not about abandoning our principles but about ensuring that we are not outmaneuvered by those who have no qualms about bending the rules. Thank you for your attention to this critical issue. I look forward to your response and to seeing you take a strong stand for our party and our values.