Apparently there are now over 50 members of Congress who plan to boycott tomorrow's inauguration. They list a variety of reasons......most of which echo my own feelings. But then I think to myself, I am a private citizen who certainly has the "right" to turn off my television. But these are the people we elect to office, who earn a significant salary and benefits most other workers would love to enjoy.
The obligation that they witness a peaceful transfer of power should be part of their job description. As should "works well with others". Sadly the start of this new administration reminds me of Mitch McConnell standing in front of all the reporters just after President Obama's first inauguration and stating that his party's main objective was to be sure he was a one-term President. At the time I was really angry ..... way to go Mitch.....way to work together to find common ground and do the work of the people.
And here we go again......now it's the Democrats' turn to say "we won't come and we won't work with this President."
I don't respect The Donald.....but I do respect the Presidency and I expect the people we elect to serve work together to solve the complex problems facing not only America....but our one precious planet.
And so I have mixed feelings.....I can understand why they want to boycott......but I think it's their job to stand as witness and to let our new POTUS know they are watching and waiting and willing to work with him as best they can.
Maybe they could all stand as a group with their backs turned during his inaugural address....but at least be there.
Again I agree. I will be watching the inauguration tomorrow to see how the Donald handles his moment in history. I hope he at the very least looks presidential and takes the oath he is swearing to seriously.
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