What Next | Daily News and Analysis Impeachment From the Bottom Up
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Apr 10, 2025 Gabe Garbowit, a former Senate staffer and political organizer at citizensimpeachment.com, advocates for a citizen-driven effort to impeach Donald Trump. He discusses the recent 'Hands Off!' protests against Trump and Elon Musk, emphasizing the need for direct action from citizens to hold leaders accountable. Gabe shares insights on grassroots movements, the impact of personal narratives in political engagement, and the importance of mobilizing citizens to contact their congressional representatives about impeachment. He highlights how local media can sway public opinion in this context.
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College Referendum
- Gabe Garbowit's first political involvement was a referendum campaign in college.
- It opposed a mandatory student activity fee for an advocacy group that lacked financial transparency.
Disappointment in D.C.
- Garbowit felt disappointed by the lack of commitment among senior congressional staffers.
- They prioritized comfort over actions benefiting people, as seen in a debt ceiling deal.
First Impeachment Experience
- During Trump's first impeachment, Senate Democrats were told to appear neutral, hindering their case.
- The trial itself was boring, with senators napping and playing with fidget spinners.