Midterm election

To the Editor:

Wow, we came together just in time to save our magnificent nation from the grip of chaos and anarchy.

The doomsayers had us down by 60 House seats earlier, but we only lost a small fraction of that number. We picked up seats in the Senate (hopefully one more in GA) We had a net gain among governors, too — one of those a democracy saving win in AZ.

And, thank you, California voters — you once again let us control both state branches: legislative and executive. You also voted for women’s rights and support for the arts.

As we see, the cult-like party of insurrection and domestic terrorism was weakened. More Americans now see through their lies and disinformation. However, their leader is not done. “Fact check: 20 false and misleading claims Trump made in his announcement speech.” (CNN and others.)

Tell me this, what do parents tell their children about a “political party” that is led by a perverted prevaricator? How do you teach them moral responsibility and ethics when so many support this sick and twisted, lawless, egomaniac?

You tell them the truth — that is how parents and teachers must handle it. Set a good example for them by giving them facts and not propaganda. Teach them to respect others no matter the color of their skin, their religion, who they love and/or marry, etc. Teach them to challenge authoritarians and to peacefully, protest against anyone and anything that would deny them their civil and human rights.

Bottom line: It is time for the younger generation(s) to take over. After this midterm election, I am cautiously confident that we will see more Nancy Pelosis, Barack Obamas, Joe Bidens, John Mccains, Abe Lincolns and Liz Cheneys.

Domenic Torchia

Columbia