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On the recordDecember 16, 2019
The Founders fought and died for freedom and independence from a tyrannical ruler in a foreign government.
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Ed Perlmutter
Democratic · Colorado

Editor's note · Context

References the Founding Fathers' intent for impeachment as a check on presidential power.

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