An open letter to the U.S. Congress

Denounce Authoritarian Actions and Defend Democracy

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I urge you to take immediate action to protect our constitutional rights and freedoms. The alarming developments under the current administration bear a striking resemblance to the rise of fascism, and we must act swiftly to prevent further erosion of our democratic institutions. Recent events have shown a disturbing pattern of authoritarian behavior that threatens the very foundation of our republic. The extrajudicial killings of Caribbean boats, deploying military forces in American cities, and threats to invoke the Insurrection Act are clear violations of our laws and values. The targeted ICE raids in Democratic cities and mass pardons for January 6th participants demonstrate a dangerous politicization of law enforcement and justice. Furthermore, the pressure on states to redistrict in favor of one party, arrests of Democratic legislators and officials, and the use of federal power to punish political opponents are tactics straight from the authoritarian playbook. These actions, combined with threats of annexation against other countries, paint a chilling picture of a government veering dangerously close to fascism. As my representative, I implore you to take a strong stand against these unconstitutional and un-American actions. We need you to vocally oppose any attempts to undermine our democratic processes, abuse executive power, or infringe upon civil liberties. I urge you to support and introduce legislation that strengthens checks and balances, protects the independence of our judiciary, and safeguards our electoral system. Time is of the essence. With the "No Kings" demonstrations planned for October 18, there is a great opportunity to show leadership by publicly denouncing these authoritarian tendencies and rallying your colleagues to defend our democracy. Our nation's future hangs in the balance, and history will judge us by our actions in this critical moment. I ask that you respond with a clear plan of action to address these concerns and reaffirm your commitment to upholding the Constitution and the rule of law. The American people are counting on their representatives to be the bulwark against fascism and to preserve the democratic principles that have long defined our great nation.

▶ Created on October 15 by People Who Value Science

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