Sep 25, 2023 2 min read

Fetterman’s lack of decorum is disappointing

I voted for John Fetterman to be my United States senator and would do so again. He is an honorable man and one whose primary concern is for those who are middle class and poor.

I am, however, disappointed in him for his lack of decorum and respect for his colleagues as displayed through his extremely casual attire. I also feel let down by Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, who has prioritized Fetterman’s penchant for inappropriate clothing by directing the sergeant at arms not to enforce the body’s longstanding dress code, which mandates that male senators wear a necktie and suit jacket when on the floor.

When a baseball player becomes a member of the New York Yankees, they know that they will be required to be well-groomed, and almost invariably, they comply in order to be a part of a legendary organization. When Fetterman began a campaign to become a United States senator, he knew or should have known that a dress code would apply to him as it has to all of the members, yet he chooses to ignore it and the leader of the Senate obliges him.

One member should not have the ability to force 99 colleagues to bow to his wishes. Doing so is an embarrassment.

Oren Spiegler

Peters