David Frum

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David Frum @davidfrum

There's a strong case for prudence and clemency in cases of political offenses. Lincoln hoped that Jefferson Davis would flee the country, avoiding any trial. But that offender had definitively been defeated and excluded. An unrepentant coup-plotter who wants a repeat? DIfferent — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 28, 2022

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No former president has ever been prosecuted for a crime, not even John Tyler, who turned secessionist in 1861 (then died the next year). But in 1807, former Vice President Burr stood trial for treason. Burr was acquitted, but precedent was set: no immunity, no impunity. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 28, 2022

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This @walterolson thread makes the case — PolitiTweet.org

With regard to prosecuting an ex-President, I’ve come around to the view (which I held out against for a long time)… https://t.co/fJ3OQDZ5Ee

Posted July 28, 2022