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Denise Cote's avatar

The constitution of our republic allows for disqualification. It is rare, but that option must be available for egregious behavior. In a less partisan time, Trump would have been convicted and permanently disqualified. His behavior following the election through January 6th warranted both.

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TH Spring's avatar

"They...demanded a permanent solution to what they considered a threat to American democracy." What they considered!? Is fomenting an attack on the legislature and denying the legitimate results of an election not enough for disqualification? What is, then? As cheerio notes, it's straight-up treason.

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