
Is prosecuting presidents a good idea?
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The Prosecution of Trump
America is unusual in that it hasn't prosecuted past leaders. In countries where this happens, it is seen as a kind of like way to uphold the rule of law. Sometimes leaders will get overzealous in pressing cases against their former rivals who are out of power. It can be perceived rightly or wrongly as politicized in a way that can undermine trust in the justice system and lead to unrest protests.
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