Letter: Looking forward to reestablishing respectful, responsible dialogue post-election Jan. 14, 2021 FacebookTwitterEmail To the Editors: Donald Trump’s baseless assertions regarding election results led directly to the assault on our nation’s Capitol building. The enabling Trumpist wing of the Republican party is equally to blame for the growing damage - together with Trump they continue to lie to the American public about election results, and then cite the concerns of the people that they misled as the basis for hijacking the electoral college process. Importantly, condemning the insurgents without condemning Trump and his enablers is a whitewash. It is well-beyond time for all Americans to see Trump for what he is: a dangerous demagogue with no loyalties, no concern for truth, and no principles other than self-aggrandizement. A handful of responsible Republican leaders spoke with reason and perspective yesterday, both before and after the assault. Statements from the likes of Mitt Romney and Ben Sasse (and even Mitch McConnell, yesterday) suggest that the party can shake-off its deal with the devil if they have sufficient resolve. We hope that additional, traditional Republicans will reassert themselves. Meanwhile we hold our breath regarding Trump’s remaining time in power, including self-serving executive orders and pardons to come, and believe it is not beyond reason to hope for the 25th Amendment to be exercised or for a second impeachment.