An open letter to the President & U.S. Congress

Safeguard democratic institutions from partisan appointments

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I understand your deep concerns about the recent appointment of Dan Bongino as the FBI's Deputy Director. His track record of spreading misinformation, promoting conspiracy theories, and vehemently criticizing the very agency he is now set to help lead is highly alarming. This selection represents a radical departure from tradition and seems to prioritize political allegiance over professional qualifications and experience. However, resorting to name-calling or combative rhetoric is unlikely to be productive. As an elected official, you have a responsibility to uphold democratic norms, ensure competent leadership, and fight for the interests of all your constituents, regardless of political affiliation. I urge you to take principled, lawful action to address this concerning situation. Thoroughly vet Bongino's background and qualifications through congressional oversight. Work to strengthen laws and procedures to prevent unqualified or overtly partisan appointments to key positions. Most importantly, continue advocating for an independent, non-partisan system of checks and balances that upholds the rule of law and safeguards democratic institutions. The American people deserve public servants committed to truth, integrity, and the faithful execution of their duties in service of the Constitution and the nation as a whole. I encourage you to be a voice of reason, eschew divisive rhetoric, and take measured steps to uphold these fundamental principles in this troubling case and beyond.

▶ Created on February 24 by Mary

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