Perhaps the close and valued working relation I have had
with Rick for two decades entitles me to speak for all in
joining Sean in congratulating both Rick and UC Irvine on
this move. This also is an appropriate occasion to renew
our thanks for the remarkable service Rick has provided to
our field of study.
Now, therefore, let us all lift our virtual glasses and
drink an appreciative toast to Rick at this happy time of
transition!
Best,
Daniel
Lowenstein
Director
UCLA
Center for the Liberal Arts and Free Institutions (CLAFI)
310-825-5148
lowenstein@law.ucla.edu
Congratulations to Rick on his move!
Also, I’ve heard reported (not saying I
believe/agree) that it’s a partisan split in the House
ethics committee that’s preventing the Maxine Waters matter
from moving forward. I’m wondering if the answer wouldn’t be
to just eliminate the 5-5 “balance” on the Committee and
allow the majority to have a few more slots, which would
prevent this sort of partisan gridlock (or at least the
perception thereof)? Seems like I’ve heard something like
this proposed before in a separate but related context,
proposed in fact by some of the very people who wrote the
letter being reported on.
What could possibly be the downside to this
common-sense proposal to eliminate gridlock at such an
important body as the ethics committee?