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In reply to the discussion: Indictments Today [View all]H2O Man
(73,537 posts)45. Great points!
Thanks. I agree 100% that this was a case of treason. But what is important, in my opinion, is that prosecutors go for the sure thing. And RICO or very similar, closely related charges provide that certainty, whereas charges of treason put in front of a jury provide unnecessary risks.
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I can't pretend for a moment to be astute enough to understand the intricacies of...
Guilded Lilly
Jul 2018
#31
It might be more certain to charge conspiracy, but I wouldn't count out treason
Sophia4
Jul 2018
#32
You seem to be overlooking the fact that republican primary voters put Trump in position
jaysunb
Jul 2018
#80
I'm encouraged by reading your extremely well-written and thought out post! Thank you.
PearliePoo2
Jul 2018
#62