Thanks for bringing this to light, Tom (Letter, Oct. 29).

McDermott's actions are reprehensible. It's a win-win for the government, if we leave our money in our 401k's they'll take half, if we take it out we'll pay tax and penalties - probably about half. This criminal behavior must be stopped. That McDermott can see this as an acceptable plan is telling, he can no longer distinguish between right and wrong.

I can't believe my fellow West Seattleites re-elect this guy every two years. We should be ashamed to have him representing us. It's been years since there was a credible challenger to him, it's time that both parties step forward with real alternatives.

It's too late for this year, hopefully it's not too late for our 401k's.

Craig Chamberlain

Seattle