Historic Clemency: Joe Biden Offers Reprieve to 1,500
Today, I’m pardoning 39 people with non-violent crimes who have demonstrated remorse and rehabilitation, and I’m commuting the sentences of nearly 1,500 others – many of whom would have received lower sentences today.
America was built on second chances. That’s what these pardons and commutations represent.
In a groundbreaking move, President Joe Biden has granted clemency to nearly 1,500 individuals, marking the largest single-day act of clemency in modern US history. This historic decision is a testament to the President’s commitment to criminal justice reform and his belief in second chances .
The commutations apply to individuals who were released from prison during the COVID-19 pandemic and placed on home confinement. To be eligible, these individuals had to have spent at least one year in home confinement since their release. Additionally, President Biden issued pardons to 39 people convicted of nonviolent crimes .
Who are the Recipients of Clemency?
The individuals receiving clemency are not just numbers; they are people who have demonstrated remarkable rehabilitation and a strong commitment to making their communities safer. Among them are:
– A decorated military veteran and pilot who spends his time helping his fellow church members in need.
– A nurse who led emergency response teams during natural disasters and helped with vaccination efforts during the pandemic.
– An addiction counselor who volunteers his time to help young people find their purpose and make better choices.
These individuals, and many more like them, have shown that they deserve a second chance .
A Commitment to Criminal Justice Reform
President Biden’s decision to grant clemency to nearly 1,500 individuals is a significant step towards addressing the systemic injustices
Today, I’m pardoning 39 people with non-violent crimes who have demonstrated remorse and rehabilitation, and I’m commuting the sentences of nearly 1,500 others – many of whom would have received lower sentences today.
America was built on second chances. That’s what these pardons and commutations represent.
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