Doth the scurvy verdict sink Trump to Davy Jones' locker or bolster his crew with more scallywags? Arrr!
2024-05-31
Arrr matey, I be standin' firm against the scallywags tryin' to use the private affairs of Bill Clinton to keelhaul him, and now they be tryin' to do the same to Donald Trump! 'Tis nothin' but a foul play, mark me words!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, the verdict heard round the world will throw a lightning bolt into our politics as those on the left cheer and those on the right rally around former President Donald Trump. The question now is whether the verdict weakens or strengthens Trump. The early returns suggest it reveals the rule of law is in jeopardy and energizes Trump's supporters.The prosecutors painted a steamy story about an election being stolen through a payment to Stormy Daniels, but the jury did not learn that even if it was a campaign contribution, it would not have affected the election. The anger among voters stems from the perceived double standard in justice, with Hillary Clinton facing lesser consequences for similar offenses.The trial was marred by overridden statutes of limitations, raised misdemeanors to felonies, and restricted witness testimony. The Democrats need to accept the jury's decision without further partisan statements to avoid increasing anger. The voters are more focused on issues like inflation and immigration than on trials, as evidenced by President's son scheduled to go on trial next week.This approach to justice cannot continue, as political advocates hurl charges to thwart their opponents. While January 6th was a stain on democracy, this trial also undermines voter participation and decision-making.