Most Americans believe free speech and the presumption of innocence are cornerstones of democracy. But not Sen. Mazie Hirono of Hawaii.

In a recent interview about the sexual misconduct allegations against Judge Kavanaugh, Hirono remarked,

Not only do women, like Dr. Ford, who bravely comes forward, need to be heard, but they need to be believed. Guess who’s perpetuating all of these kinds of actions? It’s the men in this country. And I just want to say to the men in this country, “Just shut up and step up. Do the right thing for a change.”

Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson took Hirono to task for her totalitarian-sounding comments — see video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iBo4rnSG7U

Are we going to acquiesce to Hirono’s call to end free speech and the presumption of innocence? If not, please call her office now: (202) 224-6361.