System Update with Glenn Greenwald Biden Pardons Hunter After Months Of Vowing He Wouldn't; Plus: Biden's Career Imprisoning Crack Addicts
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Dec 4, 2024 President Biden's surprising pardon of Hunter Biden raises eyebrows, especially after months of denying he would. The discussion critiques the media's struggle to reconcile this with Biden's previous tough-on-crime stance. The irony of celebrating compassion towards Hunter's addiction, while overlooking the impact of harsh drug policies on marginalized communities, is explored. The episode dives into the complexities of political favoritism and questions the integrity of both Biden's actions and media narratives surrounding them.
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Biden's Pardon Reversal
- Hunter Biden faced felony convictions after pleading guilty.
- Joe Biden repeatedly vowed not to pardon him, emphasizing respect for the justice system.
Contradictions and Double Standards
- Biden's pardon of Hunter contradicted his prior claims of upholding the rule of law.
- This exposed a double standard, highlighting the emptiness of liberal discourse.
Public Statements and Media Emphasis
- Biden publicly ruled out a pardon for Hunter multiple times.
- Media outlets emphasized this as proof of Biden's integrity and respect for the law.