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New York Times managed this with eloquence.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

while it could be correct for someone who was pardoned,

Correct. Accepting a pardon requires the person to admit that they are guilty. Important to remember if the Grand Cheeto ends up winning and pardoning any/everyone involved. Part of a presidential pardon is accepting that you are guilty of the crime, and accept the pardon for said crime. You can’t accept the pardon without simultaneously admitting guilt, because the executive branch can’t pardon an innocent person.