Re: April 8 editorial.
The Denver Post ends its editorial with the words, “We hope [Neil Gorsuch’s] commitment to the law serves the nation well.” The crux of the missive was that the Democrats made a grave error in filibustering the nomination since it resulted in the Republican majority in the Senate exercising the “nuclear option,” eliminating the 60-vote rule for confirmations forever. The best thing The Denver Post could say about the nominee was that he was a “fourth-generation Coloradan” and had a “commitment to the law.”
Your stance is akin to that of the used-car salesperson who will only disclose to a prospective buyer that the car of interest was “built in Colorado” and has never failed to get its owner to the intended destination. When asked about the dented fender, he neglects to mention that it was the result of a collision with a truck driver walking along the edge of the highway in sub-zero temps in the dead of night. As the brand-new owner drives away, the seller yells out, “Oh, by the way, the car will not make left turns.”
Lewis J. Thompson III, Denver
I was shocked at The Denver Post’s critique of Sen. Michael Bennet and believe he should be congratulated for voting against the partisan atmosphere that has infected Washington. Unlike Sen. Cory Gardner, Bennet told the people of Colorado that he wants to rise above partisan politics. It is Gardner’s vote to end the filibuster on Supreme Court nominations that should earn an entire editorial critique, as opposed to one small paragraph in a piece with a headline that is critical of Bennet.
John Butler, Broomfield
Although I supported the filibuster of Neil Gorsuch, I understood Michael Bennet’s opposition, in that it was harmful to the effective functioning of the Senate. But Colorado is a blue state and Bennet is a Democratic senator beholden to his constituents, so voting against Gorsuch makes sense. He is extremely conservative, ruling in favor of big business and against the little guy on several occasions. These decisions are contradictory to Democratic ideals. And I find it ludicrous that you even mention that Gorsuch is a Colorado native, as that has nothing to do with his qualifications as a fair member of the court.
Daniel DeKoven, Evergreen
Sen.Michael Bennett is supposed to represent Colorado, but after his vote on Neil Gorsuch, it is clear that his allegiance is to the Democratic Party and Sen.Chuck Schumer. Gorsuch was a unanimous confirmation to the 10th Circuit, but he couldn’t get a single Democrat to vote for his nomination to the Supreme Court, including the senior senator from Colorado.
After years of his pure partisan politics, it seems perfectly clear that Michael Bennet is not a true Coloradan, but a shill of the Democrats. Hopefully when Bennet is up for re-election, true Coloradans remember who heis loyal to, because it’s not to the people of Colorado.
Grant Nelson, Castle Pines
Michael Bennet admitted that Neil Gorsuchwas exceptionally qualified and stated that he would not support a filibuster. Then, instead of showing true independent leadership and principles, Bennet fell in line like a good little boy and voted against Gorsuch. I am an independent voter and am disgusted by partisanship like this and will not be able to support Bennet any longer.
Mark Rouch, Arvada
Michael Bennet’s position was upsetting only because, as Ezra Klein noted, if the Republicans were willing to get rid of the filibuster as soon as it was used, it didn’t exist. No matter who the next possible Trump nominee is, they could get rid of the filibuster then, too.
I think it’s misleading to say that “without that check, the mercurial Donald Trump can next easily turn to more aggressively conservative candidates.” Either way, alljudges will get in with 51 votes. I’m disappointed in Bennet’s position because it was a futile argument.
To me, it’s simple:Come out in support and vote for Gorsuchor choose to vote against. I’m glad next time we won’t have to deal with the theatrics about the filibuster fantasy that was.
Jennifer Fukui,Arvada
Your jingoistic editorial policy concerning Neil Gorsuch should be embarrassing to a purportedly top-drawer newspaper. Your continuing drumbeat of his Colorado connection is all about local pride and ignores his judicial record and expressed biases.
Michael Bennet should be commended, not excoriated, for his independence. I guess we’re lucky Donald Trump wasn’t from Colorado. Your endorsement for the 2016 presidential election would have been a no-brainer.
Martin Berliner, Greenwood Village
Michael Bennetap vote against Neil Gorsuch was good, but his last-minute publicizing of his position and his flawed logic not to join the Democratic filibuster were bad.
Donald Trump’s team is under FBI investigation for potential treason.During this investigation, there should be no lifetime appointments made. Republicans rushed this nominee yet refused to do their jobs to vote on Merrick Garland for all 2016. Which is a better reason to withhold a vote: a treason investigation or politics? Moreover, Gorsuch’s record consistently favors businesses while shockingly trampling human rights.
Bennetap spinelessness has finally betrayed his common attempts at safe cover positioning. His vote against Gorsuch angers monied interests, while his refusal to stand with the Democrats’ filibuster against this most right-wing of nominees echoes his typical spineless and corporatist positions.
Jeremy George, Denver
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