2020 Election

I have real concern over the 2020 election. It actually doesn't really matter who wins the election. My concern is that the legitimacy of the election will be challenged. Much like the 2016 election which is perceived by many Americans as illegitimate, a 2020 election that isn't accepted by its citizens will be the most significant test of democracy since the Civil War.

Much of our society rests on a foundation of faith and trust in our government. The economy, defense, and in many cases social policy rely on the trust of its citizens to be successful. If the people don't place their trust in those in power- the very fabric of our society may crumble.

There is question today about whether the Russians meddled in our election process. They may very well have. However I would encourage this nation to put that behind us. For if it were true- the 2016 election would not be Russia's greatest wound on the United States. The real pain would come from eroding trust in the democratic process that our country relies on.

So if Russian meddling is proven- I would hope that the President is not impeached unless it is proven that he had a direct influence on that meddling. Because if he is impeached, every election from here forward will be challenged and impeachment considered. And if this happens every time, this country will make no progress- which is the greatest of all dangers.