As we move closer to Election Day 2020, it appears obvious that the Trump administration is slowly unraveling: the President, according to press reports, is ignoring his advisors and operating in a vacuum of his own design. Does he want to be impeached, thereby focusing attention on that process rather than his policies and actions? Would he rather avoid the ignominy that goes with such a publicly explosive process?

I now believe that since the call to launch impeachment proceedings is mounting, rather than move forcefully ahead and risk a Trump triumph in 2020, we can, with some adept political maneuvers, slowly and carefully examine removal of the President. By proceeding in such a manner, we would only marginally risk aiding the “stable genius’ ” re-election.

There is nothing in the Constitution that prohibits Speaker Pelosi from initially creating a Commission of Inquiry that would decide whether or not formal, mandated impeachment hearings should ensue. By doing so, the clamor for action would be satisfied and the American people would have the facts before them while still being able to concentrate on the personal concerns that would affect their voting behavior. Remember, the Senate will not go along and convict Trump unless, of course, something on the order of unequivocal treasonous behavior is discovered.

Meanwhile, by adopting this process, Democratic Party candidates for President can continue to debate and focus upon the many important issues that are likely to damage Trump and the Republicans in their 2020 election efforts. From economic inequality to climate change, from foreign policy brinksmanship to racism and misogyny, candidates need not avoid the truth about the dangers this administration represents to nearly everyone’s well-being. Sure it’s a balancing act, but certainly one worth trying, given the existential stakes involved.