By John Q. Hosedrinker 
The article expresses concern over the inaction of former presidents Bush, Clinton, Obama, and Biden in the face of Donald Trump’s actions. It argues that these former leaders, enjoying their wealth and leisure, should unite to counter Trump by publicly denouncing his policies and supporting impeachment. The author suggests they could raise funds, form advocacy groups, and challenge Trump’s narrative while encouraging congressional action. Furthermore, the article criticizes Democratic leaders for their hesitancy and urges the former presidents to act before Trump’s detrimental impact on the nation intensifies.
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The question of why ex-presidents aren’t more vocal in calling for Trump’s impeachment seems to spark a lot of frustration, and frankly, I get it. The sentiment is: “What are they waiting for?” We’ve seen, and continue to see, events that could arguably warrant such a call.
But let’s be realistic, impeachment isn’t just a simple process; it’s a political minefield. Trump’s already been impeached, twice, and what happened? Did it change the trajectory? No. The Senate, as it stands, seems more inclined towards performing theatrical loyalty rather than actual action. It’s a sobering reality. Many people seem to believe that impeachment is a “buzz word” and means nothing. It’s performative and has no true power at the moment.
The focus on ex-presidents also misses a crucial point: they hold no formal power. Their voices carry weight, yes, but their influence is limited. It’s Congress, particularly the Republican Party, that holds the keys to any impeachment proceedings. And let’s be honest, the current GOP seems to be doing everything but.
The situation is a mix of anger, frustration, and political maneuvering. The underlying feeling is that the gravity of the situation demands strong action. The argument is that this administration is not being held accountable.
The political realities are harsh. Convincing enough Republican senators to act against Trump is a gargantuan task. They know that this will trigger their supporters. The idea that this is a partisan issue, that is easily ignored. But the truth is, the system is designed to create a lot of performative processes.
The ex-presidents themselves, it appears, are stuck. There are other things that need to be dealt with, and it is the people who elected people who can do something about it. Many ex-presidents have their own reasons for silence, be it legacy concerns, political considerations, or something else entirely. Their influence is limited. They need to address the Republicans.
Many comments focus on the idea that the “system” is failing. Impeachment, as it stands, seems like a hollow act. The Republicans control the current Congress and Senate, the current state of affairs will not change.