Regardless of whether Sanders' beliefs are justified, he is the candidate of a large and important wing of the Democratic Party. The last thing the Democrats need is a bitter split when they're about to go against the greatest threat to the Republic in 150 years.
Every day that is wasted on this business is a disaster. It will not end until Wasserman Shultz is either removed or steps down. And that's what she should do: step down. I've prepared a statement for her:
Over the past several months it has been clear that a significant
group of people in the Democratic Party do not believe I have served as a
neutral actor in the Democratic primary process. I strongly disagree. I
have worked hard always to provide fair treatment, without prejudice,
to all of the candidates' campaigns, and I believe that fairness has
been reflected in every word I have spoken and every action I have
taken.
My desire and instinct are to carry on as
Chairman of the Democratic National Committee in this extremely
important election year. However, my obligation is to do what is best
for the Democratic Party and, therefore, I believe, my country. I am now
convinced that the distraction from the important job before us that
would result from continuing to serve as chairwoman would be detrimental
to the prospects of our eventual nominee. It is, consequently, my duty
to resign the position and find other ways to serve my country and my
district.
Although I am personally deeply saddened by
this turn of events, and, I will admit, feel considerably misused, I
ask – beg! – that my supporters and detractors put their disagreements
on my actions aside until after the election. We have an important job
in front of us; upon our success may depend the safety of the Republic.
This is no time for personal squabbles.
My resignation will become effective as soon as a replacement is named by the Democratic National Committee. Thank you.
1 comment:
I think she should take your advice. There is too much at stake.
Chip
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