There is ample evidence that they have violated the Constitution they swore to uphold, not just once but in multiple ways. Cheney's disregard for the Constitution is particularly well-documented, thanks to his recent claims that his office is outside the executive branch. A strong case can be made for removing these men simply on grounds of incompetence.

The damage they have inflicted on the United States and its international position will take years to undo. We cannot afford another 18 months with these two at the nation's helm. An additional reason to remove Cheney is that he is the designated successor to the presidency should something happen to Bush. Does anyone truly want Cheney officially running the country?

It is easy to disregard calls for impeachment as the opinion of fringe elements in the country. But polls have repeatedly demonstrated that even without the mainstream media addressing this issue, roughly half the country actively supports the impeachment of Bush and a majority support the impeachment of Cheney.

Andrew E. Larsen
Milwaukee

Senate needs to get down to business

Sen. Russ Feingold's call for Congress to censure President Bush is the legislative equivalent of a frivolous lawsuit.

Americans do not need the U.S. Senate to tell them what to think about the president's job performance. Poll after poll clearly reveals what Americans think.

What Americans need the Senate to do is conduct "the people's business" and forget about personal agendas. If Feingold doesn't want to do that, maybe he should consider another line of work.

Thomas Means
New Berlin

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