Pushing out critics is un-American
The Big Lie
Regarding “We keep hitting new lows,” (May 9): One of the hallmarks of a democracy is that the citizens not only elect their representatives, but they are free to question or criticize them. In fact, it is our responsibility to continue to make them accountable to their constituents.
President Joe Biden is certainly examined and critiqued with every policy, every day, every uttered sentence, by members of not only the Republican Party, but by Democrats as well. This is good; this is expected; this is democracy. Every elected representative would echo this wholeheartedly.
So, it is curious to me that Trump Republicans are OK with supporting a leader who allows zero dissidence. If you disagree with him in any way, you are ridiculed, vilified and all-but drummed out of the party. Most recent case in point is Liz Cheney.
I want for us to have a strong two-party system. But I cannot support any candidate who blindly supports a leader who is so totally un-American.
Gary Blumberg, Houston
Regarding “‘Purity of the ballot box,’ an echo of Jim Crow, stricken from Texas voting bill,” (May 7): I found the contrast of two stories telling about the Texas GOP. Racial prejudice is so baked into their current thinking and philosophy they’re not even aware of it anymore. Case in point, state Rep. Briscoe Cain who claimed he was “not aware” of the prejudicial implications and racist history of the phrase “purity of the ballot box” which he had included in his voter-suppression legislation. If Cain had received a well-rounded and unbiased education he might have been aware of the meaning of that loaded phrase. While this was going on, Texas representatives are also working feverishly to guarantee that any mention of the 1619 Project, Critical Race Theory or any history that doesn’t glorify white accomplishments never reaches the ears of Texas students. The Texas Republicans actively reinforce their ignorance with repressive legislation while claiming innocence and ignorance of past racism.
Tony D’Agostino, Katy
Regarding “Where's the leadership? Greater Houston Partnership should stand for Houston, against voter suppression,” (May 6): Why cannot GHP, which is tantamount to our chamber of commerce, remain politically silent on controversial issues? Any organization should have the choice to remain silent. Ease up!
Gene McFaddin, Houston