The preemptive pardons of one's political allies creates an aristocracy, set apart from the common folk. When people view the courts and the legal system as mere vessels of power, wielded as political tools, they lose their ability to seek redress. They necessarily see themselves as part of an inferior, perhaps voiceless, class.
I don't think the government has ever weaponized the Justice Department to use lawfare the way the Biden administration used it to punish Trump and his allies after he lost power. I think Biden's handlers feared this set a new precedent in the way outgoing administrations may expect to be treated. I hope we haven't reached the Banana Republic level where former leaders must flee their country to avoid imprisonment by the new regime.
A legally-immune upper class. Well said, Sarah. How rare is it that any member of congress gets formally investigated, much less charged, with anything? Makes one wonder if, indeed, we have somehow managed to place into office the most upstanding, impeccable group of individuals imaginable.
Why are preemptive pardons necessary if those in office are doing nothing illegal or wrong? The fact they were given strongly suggests some form of criminal behavior that has not yet come to light.
Giving out preemptive pardons is telling the American people, "Hey, we got away with a lot illegal stuff while in office and now we're going to make it so that you cannot prosecute us for our crimes."
This beyond a slap in face to the American people. This is stomping all over the US Constitution and telling the world that you're above the law.
These so called preemptive pardons should be immediately reversed and never allowed to happen again.
I don't think that these pardons will be upheld. They are not for current charges, but for actions that MIGHT be taken, or actions yet unknown. I think the Supreme Court will overrule this.
A corrollary to the pardon scandal is this: those who are accused of breaking unjust laws (i.e. the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act) may be unable to accept the pardon and must remain incarcerated or implicitly acknowledge that they are law breakers by accepting the pardon.
I don't think the government has ever weaponized the Justice Department to use lawfare the way the Biden administration used it to punish Trump and his allies after he lost power. I think Biden's handlers feared this set a new precedent in the way outgoing administrations may expect to be treated. I hope we haven't reached the Banana Republic level where former leaders must flee their country to avoid imprisonment by the new regime.
Puppet master Obama weaponized the IRS and DOJ during his first two terms and doubled down in his de facto third term.
A legally-immune upper class. Well said, Sarah. How rare is it that any member of congress gets formally investigated, much less charged, with anything? Makes one wonder if, indeed, we have somehow managed to place into office the most upstanding, impeccable group of individuals imaginable.
Pardoning Preemptively, is a sure symptom of known guilt
Why are preemptive pardons necessary if those in office are doing nothing illegal or wrong? The fact they were given strongly suggests some form of criminal behavior that has not yet come to light.
Giving out preemptive pardons is telling the American people, "Hey, we got away with a lot illegal stuff while in office and now we're going to make it so that you cannot prosecute us for our crimes."
This beyond a slap in face to the American people. This is stomping all over the US Constitution and telling the world that you're above the law.
These so called preemptive pardons should be immediately reversed and never allowed to happen again.
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I don't think that these pardons will be upheld. They are not for current charges, but for actions that MIGHT be taken, or actions yet unknown. I think the Supreme Court will overrule this.
Ford's preemptive pardon of Nixon was never challenged to my knowledge. I think the constitution makes absolute the president's power to pardon.
and this supreme court will not hear any challenges either. Can you even imagine Roberts doing something that will upset his handlers? Never!
Always remember: all animals are equal, but some are more equal than others!
A corrollary to the pardon scandal is this: those who are accused of breaking unjust laws (i.e. the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act) may be unable to accept the pardon and must remain incarcerated or implicitly acknowledge that they are law breakers by accepting the pardon.
Four legs good, two legs better.
You don’t see how they are just better than the rest of us?
Pigs are more equal.
Spot on. The American people have been violated.
Sarah; this is top notch writing. I hope you get some broader exposure. Great Job!
Well said Sarah, you're right on cue as always. God bless you and your work.
Well written, as always, Sarah!