Pod Save America "Pardon the Insurrection."
Feb 1, 2022
Josh Shapiro, the Pennsylvania Attorney General and 2022 gubernatorial candidate, joins to discuss his campaign's focus on safeguarding democracy amidst rising political tensions. They tackle Trump’s rhetoric around pardoning January 6th insurrectionists, emphasizing its implications for democracy. Shapiro also shares his strategies for engaging voters on crucial issues like voting rights and book censorship in schools. The conversation artfully blends humor with serious political discourse, advocating for imaginative storytelling as a means to mobilize communities.
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Trump's Rally Remarks
- Donald Trump suggested pardoning those prosecuted for the January 6th Capitol attack.
- He also called for protests if prosecutors investigate him, echoing past actions.
Escalating Recklessness
- Trump's actions are akin to driving recklessly and hitting people.
- His political strength emboldens him, blurring lines between politics and legal repercussions.
Pardons and Autocracy
- Trump's pardons, especially for political allies, incentivize loyalty through potential immunity.
- This mirrors autocratic systems, raising stakes for supporters and inciting potential actions.
