I've noticed something

[StarfishSaver]

When people say that Congress "shouldn't worry about public opinion when making their decisions but should just do what they think is right," I think what they really mean is: "Congress should ignore public opinion if I don't agree with it. But Congress should listen to me and do what I want them to do - and if they don't, they're out of touch and ignoring the will of the people, which is wrong."

[Boxerfan]

1. Sorry-but sorta self oriented?

Because the reason for a democracy is in part to assure minority voices do not get droned out by popular opinion.

[Proud Liberal Dem]

7. I don't think OP is talking about themselves personally

I think they are talking about people in general. And minority voices DO get trampled all over in this country all the time. That's mainly why we're in the mess we are in right now.

[rufus dog]

2. Do not agree

Is tRump committing impeachable offenses?

It is a yes or no question.

[LakeArenal]

3. I don't think they should be swayed by public opinion

I think they should be swayed by their constituents.

As a point, Al Franken would still be a Senator if only his constituents decided.

[demmiblue]

4. Welcome to DU.

Dang, a little over a month and almost 1,500 posts!

[StarfishSaver]

8. Thanks!

I've been very prolific, haven't I?

Glad you're interested in me and thanks for the welcome.

[empedocles]

5. Let's have a broader perspective. Many red district constituents want terrible

things done. Simple rules like; constituents rule, or the 'rule of law' period, or 'trust the experts', - don't always work well. Our system of checks and balances, crude and sometimes awful, help check against some unnecessary disasters.

[Trumpocalypse]

6. Good analysis nt

[Kaleva]

9. I can't speak for others but I don't feel that way.

There really isn't anything I WANT Congress to do. I trust our party leaders to decide what needs to be done and how they are going to try and get that done.

What do you base your opinion on? Your world view or actual data?

[medyhar]

10. Threads

This list of threads of yours is impressive:

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If you think impeachment isn't a political act, why does Mueller need to testify in public?
Thu May 30, 2019, 10:25 AM
If you really want impeachment to start now, here's my humble advice for helping to make that happen
Wed May 29, 2019, 05:12 PM
Wouldn't it be nice [This thread attacks the press for "attacking" Pelosi]
Wed May 29, 2019, 02:35 PM
I think Mueller was talking to the American public, not Congress
Wed May 29, 2019, 12:01 PM
The media's obsession with the Dems' impeachment strategy instead of why Trump should be impeached
Mon May 27, 2019, 04:13 PM
What exactly would occur in the early stages of an impeachment inquiry that's not happening now?
Mon May 27, 2019, 11:24 AM
Impeachment is a process, not a "thing"
Sun May 26, 2019, 02:04 PM
I wonder how many people who are demanding that public hearing testimony is absolutely necessary
Fri May 24, 2019, 07:56 AM
Many of the Watergate hearings and almost all of the impeachment hearings weren't televised
Thu May 23, 2019, 10:31 PM
March 21, 2010: The Speaker Takes the Floor [A Pelosi defense thread]
Thu May 23, 2019, 08:14 PM
I'm starting to think that Nancy Pelosi has psychiatrists advising her on how to handle Trump
Thu May 23, 2019, 06:27 PM
If it makes sense to try to get Trump voters to vote for Democrats, then why wouldn't it make sense
Thu May 23, 2019, 05:22 PM
Did the Speaker of the House just call for Trump's family or staff to do an intervention?
Thu May 23, 2019, 11:26 AM
Several pundits this AM said Trump's stunt "united" the Caucus behind Pelosi. Not. [A Pelosi defense thread]
Thu May 23, 2019, 10:45 AM
Effieblack was right. So far, the courts ARE holding
Wed May 22, 2019, 04:34 PM
DOWN goes Trump! Again
Wed May 22, 2019, 04:07 PM
"I pray for the president of the United States" [A Pelosi defense thread]
Wed May 22, 2019, 12:11 PM
Anyone doubt Pelosi's cover up comments were timed to screw with Trump's head before their meeting?
Wed May 22, 2019, 12:04 PM
Media seems frustrated that the Dems came out of this morning's meeting
Wed May 22, 2019, 10:18 AM
Pelosi's letting Trump "chase her until she catches him"
Wed May 22, 2019, 09:51 AM
When will these arrogant men realize Speaker Pelosi is playing Rope-a-Dope with them like a master?
Thu May 16, 2019, 09:27 AM
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And on and on....

The reluctance to start an impeachment inquiry is amazing. It is not a vote to impeach. It is not the drawing up of articles of impeachment. It is just the first step, with added powers (yes, it's true, there are added powers, despite what some say here). It is not "rushed". It is not "emotional". It's an obvious step that should have already been taken.

The explanation that makes sense is that Pelosi and her supporters are delaying now so they can delay forever.

[StarfishSaver]

11. Wow. The research operation put into place by some people who disagree with me is pretty impressive

However, while you've compiled a nice list of my OPs (thanks - for the shoutout) you haven't stated your point (although it does seem likes like you have a problem with posts that defend and support the Democratic Speaker of the House).

So, what IS your point?

Oh, and welcome to DU. I'm flattered that you've spent part of your first two days on DU researching and compiling my threads and devoted your 10th post to index them.

[CaptainTruth]

12. Bingo. "Congress should do what *I* think is right."

[watoos]

13. If Pelosi called for impeachment she would get 100% support from her members

[EffieBlack]

14. You know this, how?

You've polled all the House Democrats?

[StarfishSaver]

15. That wasn't my point

But how do you know that?

[Atticus]

16. There is another person who likes to tell folks what others "really mean".

His name is Rush.

[StarfishSaver]

17. And there are lots of people who understand the difference between

someone saying, "When someone says 'x,' I think they really mean 'y'" and someone who "likes to tell folks what others 'really mean.'"

[Atticus]

18. I assume you believe that made sense. nt

[ProudLib72]

19. You need to take media distortion into consideration

You weren't around when we had a lengthy discussion about Dem messaging and the role the MSM plays in distorting our message or handing the narrative over completely to the Republicans.

Combine the lack of headline news about the steps we are taking with the "I want it my way and I want it NOW!" impetuousness, and you have a highly volatile situation. Now, I know you have tried to break down the process and explain it to everyone. Much appreciated, BTW. But I think you are fighting an uphill battle here. IMHO, the best way to mollify the crowd is to give updates of substantive progress in Congress's investigation.