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In its most official form, a presidential pardon shows kindness. A single signature can change someone’s life completely by removing past mistakes, restoring rights, and opening opportunities that once felt completely out of reach. For many, it is the miracle they have been hoping for numerous years, a fresh chance granted by the person in the highest position.
Nevertheless, not every pardon appears to be just. Doubts come up when leaders forgive those who are powerful, wealthy, or have connections. Is it really about what’s fair, or is it about loyalty? The public watches closely, often torn between admiration and doubt.
When the pardon is used responsibly, a pardon check the compassion within the government, knowing that laws can be harsh on some people while life itself is complicated. When it's being used carelessly, it cause distrust and turns justice into politics.
So, a presidential pardon is a symbol of the values, the character, and the people in charge who use it, unlike simply being a formality.
