Folks: I am writing a letter tonight, but it is blowing a gale here and we are likely to lose power. I will try to post before that happens, but if you don't hear from me, I promise I will post as soon as we're up and running again... likely in the morning.
I think it’s wonderful that only 15 minutes after your post that there are hundreds of ‘be safe’ comments. You have created a great community. Stay warm, we’ll be here tomorrow.
Congressman Jamie Raskin made big news on the PCCC's Zoom call last night, telling over 800 people on Zoom and nearly 50,000 more watching on Facebook that the Jan 6 hearings "will be compared to the Watergate hearings because they are going to blow the roof off the House."
And that's not all. Here's more important news Jamie Raskin made last night while taking questions from PCCC members and discussing his book, his story, and the fight to preserve our democracy:
On prosecuting Trump: "The guy's a walking crime wave, and he has committed crimes all over the country…there will be a reckoning there."
On Jan 6 hearings in Congress: "We are going to do everything we can to subpoena all the information we need and to enforce our subpoenas. But even if we don't get every last person in there, we are going to have hearings that I believe will be compared to the Watergate hearings, because they are going to blow the roof off the House."
On the fight for our democracy: "Democracy is in peril in the United States of America…we're in the fight of our lives to defend democratic institutions and values with everything we've got."
On the filibuster: "The filibuster is not in the Constitution. In fact, it's completely antithetical to constitutional values...Could the Supreme Court say we're changing the rules and now you need seven votes in order to render a decision, or eight votes?"
Catch up on what you missed. Watch the PCCC's Zoom call here:
Heather, you have my thoughts and understanding. I live in Nova Scotia, and it is wild here! Very high winds and gusts, horrendous rain and freezing rain just starting. Temperature just around freezing, and headed waaaay down overnight. Windchill currently is 16F, heading to -40!! So, please stay safe, and keep your computer dry and unplugged!
You deserve a night (or many nights!) just sitting in front of a warm fire and a good night’s sleep. You have been doing yeoman’s work since you started Letters From an American and I suspect previously, as well. I am deeply appreciative of your brilliant, courageous work.Take the night off and stay safe.
Hey Doc, “Take your pack off and smoke-’em if you got-‘em. This is advice i learned and used about 55 years ago. Do not put yourself at risk. We all will be fine if you miss sending out your letter for a few days as long as we know you are OK! ⚡️💥
You are an anchor in the worst of storms for many of us, on a daily basis. Please stay as safe as you can!
Maybe just do a Post Card From An American?
I think it’s wonderful that only 15 minutes after your post that there are hundreds of ‘be safe’ comments. You have created a great community. Stay warm, we’ll be here tomorrow.
Please stay safe - it won't kill us to miss a letter or two here and there, but we'd be devastated to lose *you* (and Buddy's awesome photos) forever
Heather, stay safe. That's the priority.
You do know how much we care about you, as well as your Letters. Stay warm. We'll look forward to hearing from you on the other side of the storm.
Stay safe and warm. You are a national treasure.
1/14/2022
Congressman Jamie Raskin made big news on the PCCC's Zoom call last night, telling over 800 people on Zoom and nearly 50,000 more watching on Facebook that the Jan 6 hearings "will be compared to the Watergate hearings because they are going to blow the roof off the House."
And that's not all. Here's more important news Jamie Raskin made last night while taking questions from PCCC members and discussing his book, his story, and the fight to preserve our democracy:
On prosecuting Trump: "The guy's a walking crime wave, and he has committed crimes all over the country…there will be a reckoning there."
On Jan 6 hearings in Congress: "We are going to do everything we can to subpoena all the information we need and to enforce our subpoenas. But even if we don't get every last person in there, we are going to have hearings that I believe will be compared to the Watergate hearings, because they are going to blow the roof off the House."
On the fight for our democracy: "Democracy is in peril in the United States of America…we're in the fight of our lives to defend democratic institutions and values with everything we've got."
On the filibuster: "The filibuster is not in the Constitution. In fact, it's completely antithetical to constitutional values...Could the Supreme Court say we're changing the rules and now you need seven votes in order to render a decision, or eight votes?"
Catch up on what you missed. Watch the PCCC's Zoom call here:
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/pccc_2022_jamieraskin_zoomvideo
Prayers for your safety and a hearty thanks for daily saving my sanity!
Heather, you have my thoughts and understanding. I live in Nova Scotia, and it is wild here! Very high winds and gusts, horrendous rain and freezing rain just starting. Temperature just around freezing, and headed waaaay down overnight. Windchill currently is 16F, heading to -40!! So, please stay safe, and keep your computer dry and unplugged!
You deserve a night (or many nights!) just sitting in front of a warm fire and a good night’s sleep. You have been doing yeoman’s work since you started Letters From an American and I suspect previously, as well. I am deeply appreciative of your brilliant, courageous work.Take the night off and stay safe.
Hey Doc, “Take your pack off and smoke-’em if you got-‘em. This is advice i learned and used about 55 years ago. Do not put yourself at risk. We all will be fine if you miss sending out your letter for a few days as long as we know you are OK! ⚡️💥
Batten down, light the candles and the fire, and know you are cherished.
Stay safe Heather. It’s so heartening that you wrote to let us know what was happening. Amazing how you hold your end of the rope! Take care.
Be safe Heather & Buddy! That is more important than writing the Letter could ever be.
Keep safe and warm! Really do love you and your insights and presentations with a historical perspective.