Yesterday’s vote has historic consequences, but it was vitally important that this representative body take a firm stand against abuses of power.
As a history professor, I made sure that my students understood the importance of being active in our electoral system and that their representatives work for them.
I taught my students that since our country’s foundation, we have served as a beacon to the world because of a commitment to progress, justice, and a promise to create a more tolerant and fair society.
As a society we will never achieve this vision if we fail to elect representatives that fiercely protect the rule of law and hold the president accountable.
