I would dispute unprecedented, but, yes, one of the of the most corrupt things an American president has done. So I'm happy Romney spoke out.https://twitter.com/MittRomney/status/1281937795616067586 …
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The obvious precedent for Trump's commutation of Stone is the Iran/Contra business (which William Barr also helped orchestrate) and the Scooter Libby case. In all cases underlings up aided a cover-up involving White House were rewarded with presidential amnesty.
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If the American republic ever falls to coup, I think Iran/Contra will be seen as beginning of the end, much more so than anything Trump as done. Iran/Contra showed how much flouting of congress and cover-up you can get away with.
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Theodore Draper's book is excellent, although long and detailed.
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