Brian Baird: “I think it was willful, intentional, and part of a longer pattern that is quite troubling.”

If we don't find some mechanism to disincentivize non-electoral interventions... we create an incentive for mayhem.

I don't possibly see how a micro quorum with lack of representation from many States and many districts has more legitimacy than a temporary appointment until such time as special elections can be held.

I feel compelled to be a part of the solution of an imminent threat to our democracy and really the future of our country and every American citizen.

If people in the congressional -- in Congress say that in some ways they are morally superior and they would never abuse something or that the laws should not apply to them, well, we've got a serious problem on our hand.