>>The essence of this standard is to ask what the overall impact on society over the long run if the action we are taking, or principle we are applying, in a given circumstance was universalized – that is, would it be good for society over the long haul if this was done in all like circumstances?<<
Plus they know any precedent they set will be used against them, times ten
Dems seem to be working on a deadline. A rare late night
session, and a Saturday day of hearings.
Could it be they know that the IG report will drop very soon and they will be asked to explain all the dirty traitors acts against Trump?
Once the IG report comes out this is over.