Dierenbach: Colorado Congressman Crow and the Afghanistan withdrawal
To protect the Democratic party, Crow lies, obfuscates and abandons principles
By Karl Dierenbach | Guest Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice
Dutifully following the orders of superiors is a fundamental aspect of being a good soldier. Dutifully following the orders of party bosses is not an admirable trait in a U.S. representative.
We need our representatives to stand up for their constituents and for what is right. When their party is wrong, our representatives should call them out, not silently stand by or, worse, actively support the injustice.
This brings us to Colorado Congressman Jason Crow. As a soldier in Afghanistan, Crow served his country, following orders and carrying out assigned missions. He should be thanked for his service. But b...