Hello, folks,
In times past, serving in Congress was not just an honor, but a solemn duty. It was a role filled with the potential to enact meaningful change, to uplift the lives of the American people, and to safeguard the nation against both domestic and international threats. The halls of Congress were once a place where even the least-likable members knew the weight of the responsibility on their shoulders, aware that their actions could significantly alter the course of history.
However, in recent years, the sanctity of this duty has been compromised, its seriousness eroded by a wave of Trump loyalists and far-right extremists. These individuals have not only turned the esteemed job of a Congress member on its head but have also created an environment so toxic that seasoned lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are choosing to abandon their posts.
This week marked a significant turning point, with 23 Republican lawmakers announcing their decision not to seek re-election. Some have even opted to resign early. And who could fault them for stepping away? The Congress we see today is a far cry from the institution it was meant to be, with morally bankrupt MAGA Republicans like Lauren Boebert prioritizing obstruction over legislation, leaving both Democrats and traditional conservatives feeling utterly powerless.
The situation has reached a point where there’s no sugarcoating the truth: our legislative branch is effectively being held hostage. Hostage by individuals who place their loyalty to Trump above their duty to protect and serve our democracy. This alarming trend underscores a grim reality—that the very foundation of our legislative process is under threat by those who would rather see it crumble than compromise.
But here’s the silver lining, the beacon of hope in this stormy political seascape: it’s precisely why I’ve thrown my hat into the ring. I’m stepping up to the plate because the stakes have never been higher. We are at a pivotal moment in our nation’s history, a juncture where we must decide what kind of future we want for our democracy.
My campaign is not just about winning a seat in Congress. It’s about reclaiming the House this November, about restoring integrity and accountability to our legislative process. It’s about sending a clear message to Lauren Boebert and her ilk that their brand of politics has no place in our democracy. It’s about ensuring that the Congress of tomorrow is one that works for the people, not against them.
So, to everyone who believes in this cause, who understands the critical importance of this moment, I ask you to join me. Let’s stand together, shoulder to shoulder, as we fight to take back our House, to protect our democracy, and to chart a course towards a future filled with hope, unity, and progress.
The road ahead will be challenging, but I have no doubt that together, we can achieve the impossible. Let’s turn our collective dismay into action, our concerns into victories. Let’s make this November a turning point, a moment in history when we, the people, stood up and said, “Enough is enough.”
Together, we can do this. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we will prevail.
Till next time, keep fighting the good fight.
Semper Fi,
Ike McCorkle
Combat Wounded, U.S. Marine Corps, Retired Democratic Candidate for CO-04
