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Before Biden leaves office, he may want to consider drafting hundreds of pardons for his supporters and allies. These pardons do not have to be announced publicly, but Biden can have them in a back file just in case they are needed or requested later.
Trump has made it clear that people will be investigated and prosecuted on the basis of revenge rather than in the name of justice. Supporters of Biden and the Democrats may be targeted not because they did anything wrong, but because they opposed Trump and the Republican agenda in some way.
Now many of Biden 's wealthy supporters can afford to defend themselves in court for years because they have the resources. The Clintons, the Pelosis, George Soros, and others can let their legal teams defend them and have frivolous charges dismissed.
Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution grants the power of the pardon to the president--probably the most absolute power granted in the document. Designed as a tool for justice and mercy, it has at times sparked intense public controversy. The recent pardon of President Biden’s son, Hunter, and the commutations granted to federal death row inmates has, once again, rekindled the need to reexamine this power.
The concept of the pardon was adopted from the British monarchy, where it was a royal prerogative rooted in the belief that sovereigns could temper justice with mercy. In Federalist No. 74, Alexander Hamilton defended the power by arguing that the pardon was necessary to provide “exceptions in favor of unfortunate guilt” and to serve the public good, especially during times of rebellion or unrest.
Sunday, December 29, 5:30-6:30pm
Old First Presbyterian Church, 1101 Bryden Rd., Enter the church via the rear door.
A twenty-to-thirty-minute silent meditation will be followed by discussion and refreshments. The benefits of meditation are innumerable. These include greater mental clarity, a reduction in stress, improved emotional balance, and increased spiritual development. Meditation benefits everyone. Different meditation practices will be presented, throughout the year, by practitioners of those traditions. This group will meet each Sunday, 5:30-6:30pm.
For more information, call or text 614-619-0784.
Hosted by Old First Presbyterian Church.
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The first installment (“I’m just a consumer”) closed with two admonitions. One said we should value people instead of tossing them aside as “mere hands,” and the other is confident we can cast aside propaganda that justifies inequity by the age old trick of blaming the victim. This installment scrutinizes a couple of those victim-blaming urban legends that twist our outlook to see our colleagues as disposable implements.
Like that previous piece, this one springs from reflections on chapters 15 and 16 of Beyond Capital by István Mészáros. I encourage you to read them for yourself to make up your own mind.
There’s Something Special about this Place
Saturday, December 28 and Sunday, December 29; 12noon-4pm; Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave.
Join us for the citywide Kwanzaa celebration where tradition meets creativity! This year’s program features an array of hands-on crafts and captivating performances, designed to honor and celebrate the rich heritage of Kwanzaa.
Kwanzaa is a seven-day celebration that honors community, family and heritage of African American culture and African traditions. Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili word that means “first harvest” and is based on the principles of Nguzo Saba (the Seven Principles). For the December 28 and 29 events, the Ohio History Connection and TAWI Family Village will celebrate Kwanzaa with African drumming, music, dance, storytelling and hands-on art activities. We will feature a Kwanzaa ornament display made by some of our school partners, with a winning ornament being featured and recognized at the culmination of the celebration. This is a free, family-friendly event. The events at the museum will be part of events that are taking place throughout the community.
At Christmas during World War I, soldiers spontaneously laid down their arms during the historic Christmas Truce
At the Ohio Statehouse December 17, a gathering of Pro-Palestine advocates demonstrated against the codifying of the IHRA (International Holocaust Reembrance Alliance) definitions in the Ohio Revised Code. The IHRA definition states that to criticize the State of Israel for its actions in the genocidal murdering of over 45,000 people or its decades of apartheid, is an act of anti-semitism.
Police Funding Up, Community Safety Measures Down:
This budget goes against public health best practices that tell us to invest in social determinant-focused programs like affordable housing, quality health services, food security, and after-school programs, We must loudly reject this proposal to save lives and keep institutional thugs off our streets. A deep dive into the Columbus 2025 public safety budget reveals potential consequences for community health and safety, link here.
Rising Police Budget:
Police Funding Up, Community Safety Measures Down:
This budget goes against public health best practices that tell us to invest in social determinant-focused programs like affordable housing, quality health services, food security, and after-school programs, We must loudly reject this proposal to save lives and keep institutional thugs off our streets. A deep dive into the Columbus 2025 public safety budget reveals potential consequences for community health and safety, link here.
Rising Police Budget:
Late last night we learned that President Biden will commute the death sentences of 37 of the 40 men currently on federal death row. This is a huge success, and we congratulate everyone who has had a hand in accomplishing this unprecedented task.